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The still-rumored Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a very good shot at being the best phone of 2025. It’s not even out yet but we’re already confident in saying that, as Samsung’s ‘Ultra’ models are almost always up there with the top handsets of their release year.

But it’s not just past form that we have to go on, as thanks to leaks and rumors we also have a good idea of many of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s likely specs, and they certainly suggest a phone that could be tough to beat.

Below, we’ve detailed the key specs we’re expecting. These are mostly sourced from credible leaks, but we’ve also used educated guesses where the leaks are less clear.

Samsung Galaxy 25 Ultra rumored specs

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (Image credit: Future)

As you can see in the chart above, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could be absolutely packed full of high-end tech, but let’s go through exactly what we expect and why.

First up, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s screen, which according to leaks will probably come in at 6.86 inches. However, Samsung doesn’t usually get that specific about screen sizes outside of small print, so it will most likely be sold as a 6.9-inch screen.

Either way, that would make it a little bigger than the already massive 6.8-inch display on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. In fact, that would put it among the larger smartphone screens you’ll find (at least outside of foldable phones), and would see it match the iPhone 16 Pro Max for size, which is perhaps why Samsung is supposedly making it bigger this year.

Other details of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra’s screen haven’t leaked yet, but we can take a good guess at some things. For example, it will probably have a resolution of at least 1440 x 3120, since that’s the Galaxy S24 Ultra’s resolution. If anything though there’s a chance the resolution could be higher on this model, especially as the display is reportedly larger.

We’re also very confident that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a 120Hz refresh rate, since again, that’s what its predecessor has, and since it’s very rare for non-gaming phones to go above that.

Next up, the chipset, and this could be one of the most exciting upgrades on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, because numerous leaks suggest the Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite is Qualcomm’s top smartphone chipset, and based on benchmarks it could be even more powerful than the A18 Pro that Apple uses in the likes of the iPhone 16 Pro Max. In fact, the Snapdragon 8 Elite is set to deliver true laptop power in a phone.

Of course, the chipset is just one part of the power equation – smartphones also rely on RAM, and on that front the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumored to have 16GB. That would be another upgrade on the current model, as the S24 Ultra comes with 12GB. If the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra does have 16GB of RAM then it will have more than the vast majority of phones, and that amount should be a major boon to AI performance.

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)

Now let’s talk about the cameras, and as with so many other things on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, these could be upgraded from the previous model too. Or at least one of them could be, with several leaks suggesting the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a 50MP ultra-wide camera.

That would mean a lot more megapixels than the 12MP sensor currently used. But from what we’re hearing the other cameras probably won’t get new hardware, meaning the likely return of a 200MP primary sensor, a 50MP periscope camera with 5x optical zoom, a 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom, and a 12MP front-facing camera for selfies.

Now we’re moving into territory where no upgrades are expected at all, as rumors suggest the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a 5,000mAh battery, just like the S24 Ultra. We’re also hearing that the Galaxy S25 Ultra could stick with 45W charging.

Finally there’s storage, and this is the one main spec that we haven’t heard anything at all about yet, but that in itself is a sign that the S25 Ultra might have the same amount of storage as the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, meaning 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB configurations.

In all then, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra could be a significant upgrade on its predecessor, with a more powerful chipset, more RAM, a larger screen, and a new ultra-wide camera. But if you’re hoping for upgrades to the other cameras or the battery then you might be out of luck.

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Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues.

What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers, Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Connections today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

NYT Connections today (game #540) - today's words

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Today's NYT Connections words are…

• TRUMPET
• CROQUET
• CROCODILE
• PAPER
• ALLIGATOR
• HAIR
• WHAC-A-MOLE
• HERALD
• POLO PLAYER
• BROADCAST
• LAUREL
• XYLOPHONE
• CARPENTRY
• VIDEO
• SWOOSH
• DECLARE

NYT Connections today (game #540) - hint #1 - group hints

What are some clues for today's NYT Connections groups?

• Yellow: Tell everyone
• Green: Tent-pitching is another
• Blue: It's close to your chest
• Purple: Blank [thing that holds other things together]

Need more clues?

We're firmly in spoiler territory now, but read on if you want to know what the four theme answers are for today's NYT Connections puzzles…

NYT Connections today (game #540) - hint #2 - group answers

What are the answers for today's NYT Connections groups?

• YELLOW: ANNOUNCE
• GREEN: THINGS INVOLVING MALLETS
• BLUE: ICON EMBROIDERED ON A POLO SHIRT
• PURPLE: ___ CLIP

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

NYT Connections today (game #540) - the answers

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The answers to today's Connections, game #540, are…

• YELLOW: ANNOUNCE BROADCAST, DECLARE, HERALD, TRUMPET
• GREEN: THINGS INVOLVING MALLETS CARPENTRY, CROQUET, WHAC-A-MOLE, XYLOPHONE
• BLUE: ICON EMBROIDERED ON A POLO SHIRT CROCODILE, LAUREL, POLO PLAYER, SWOOSH
• PURPLE: ___ CLIP ALLIGATOR, HAIR, PAPER, VIDEO

• My rating: Moderate
• My score: 2 mistakes

I got a bit caught up on a couple of groups today, but once I'd entangled them this wasn't so bad.

Case in point: the green group, which I figured could be either things you hit with a hammer / need a hammer for, with CROQUET, WHAC-A-MOLE, POLO PLAYER, XYLOPHONE and CARPENTRY all qualifying.

I had too many, though, so after some internal debate decided that you don't use a hammer to hit a polo player (unless you are a very bad person), so if it was 'Things which involve you hitting something with a hammer', you might have XYLOPHONE and WHAC-A-MOLE and CARPENTRY and CROQUET. I went with that in the end and it was right. Well, mostly, – the actual answer was THINGS INVOLVING MALLETS. But close enough.

Similarly, with blue I had in mind something to do with logos, but put ALLIGATOR in place of CROCODILE so lost a couple of guesses there. Clearing up yellow first helped, because it removed more answers, and left me with ICON EMBROIDERED ON A POLO SHIRT, with CROCODILE, LAUREL, POLO PLAYER and SWOOSH – but no alligator.

That featured instead in purple, which I actually would have got even if I hadn't solved it by default; the fairly straightforward ___ CLIP was the solution here.

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Yesterday's NYT Connections answers (Sunday, 1 December, game #539)

• YELLOW: SANCTUARY HAVEN, PORT, RETREAT, SHELTER
• GREEN FOOTBALL GEAR CLEATS, HELMET, JERSEY, PADS
• BLUE: CANDY NAMES CHARMS, KINDER, WONKA, YORK
• PURPLE: “FREE ___” BIRD, FALLIN’, SOLO, WILLY

What is NYT Connections?

NYT Connections is one of several increasingly popular word games made by the New York Times. It challenges you to find groups of four items that share something in common, and each group has a different difficulty level: green is easy, yellow a little harder, blue often quite tough and purple usually very difficult.

On the plus side, you don't technically need to solve the final one, as you'll be able to answer that one by a process of elimination. What's more, you can make up to four mistakes, which gives you a little bit of breathing room.

It's a little more involved than something like Wordle, however, and there are plenty of opportunities for the game to trip you up with tricks. For instance, watch out for homophones and other word games that could disguise the answers.

It's playable for free via the NYT Games site on desktop or mobile.

Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints.

Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today, NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

NYT Strands today (game #274) - hint #1 - today's theme What is the theme of today's NYT Strands?

• Today's NYT Strands theme is… Beatlemania!

NYT Strands today (game #274) - hint #2 - clue words

Play any of these words to unlock the in-game hints system.

• SCAB
• VANE
• MANE
• VOTER
• RATE
• GRATE

NYT Strands today (game #274) - hint #3 - spangram What is a hint for today's spangram?

• Fab tunes

NYT Strands today (game #274) - hint #4 - spangram position What are two sides of the board that today's spangram touches?

First: left, 4th row

Last: right, 7th row

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

NYT Strands today (game #274) - the answers

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The answers to today's Strands, game #274, are…

• TAXMAN
• HELP
• YESTERDAY
• BLACKBIRD
• REVOLUTION
• SPANGRAM: SONGTITLES

• My rating: Easy
• My score: Perfect

This is unlikely to cause too many people trouble, given how well known The Beatles' back catalogue is, and given that the theme clue wasn't remotely cryptic. I spotted TAXMAN early, then solved the others in short order, no drama.

So instead, I'll give you my verdict on the five songs here:

TAXMAN: One of their best mid-period tunes with a superb bassline, but come on, lads – you can afford to pay a bit of extra tax.

HELP: Almost impossible to hear it and not smile – or sing along.

YESTERDAY: You all know the story about the scrambled eggs, right? Good, well I won't repeat it here.

BLACKBIRD: Is it a song about a bird, or the civil rights movement? Lovely tune either way.

REVOLUTION: The single is far, far better than the album versions, Revolution 1 and Revolution 9. Fact.

And there you have it: The Beatles! Yeah yeah yeah!

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Yesterday's NYT Strands answers (Sunday, 1 December, game #273)

• RECEIVER
• SWITCH
• DIAL
• CRADLE
• HANDSET
• RINGER
• SPANGRAM: ROTARYPHONE

What is NYT Strands?

Strands is the NYT's new word game, following Wordle and Connections. It's now out of beta so is a fully fledged member of the NYT's games stable and can be played on the NYT Games site on desktop or mobile.

I've got a full guide to how to play NYT Strands, complete with tips for solving it, so check that out if you're struggling to beat it each day.

Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers.

Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today, NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about Quordle today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

Quordle today (game #1043) - hint #1 - Vowels How many different vowels are in Quordle today?

• The number of different vowels in Quordle today is 4*.

* Note that by vowel we mean the five standard vowels (A, E, I, O, U), not Y (which is sometimes counted as a vowel too).

Quordle today (game #1043) - hint #2 - repeated letters Do any of today's Quordle answers contain repeated letters?

• The number of Quordle answers containing a repeated letter today is 1.

Quordle today (game #1043) - hint #3 - uncommon letters Do the letters Q, Z, X or J appear in Quordle today?

• No. None of Q, Z, X or J appear among today's Quordle answers.

Quordle today (game #1043) - hint #4 - starting letters (1) Do any of today's Quordle puzzles start with the same letter?

• The number of today's Quordle answers starting with the same letter is 2.

If you just want to know the answers at this stage, simply scroll down. If you're not ready yet then here's one more clue to make things a lot easier:

Quordle today (game #1043) - hint #5 - starting letters (2) What letters do today's Quordle answers start with?

• T

• H

• S

• S

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

Quordle today (game #1043) - the answers

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The answers to today's Quordle, game #1043, are…

• TROPE
• HOVER
• SAUNA
• SHAPE

No major issues here, beyond the repeated A in SAUNA. HOVER is a word that has caught me out in the past – or rather, it's caught me out when the answer has instead been HOMER, but that wasn't the case today. All pretty straightforward fare, for once. And I say this as someone operating on roughly 5hrs sleep a night for the past week due to Black Friday and Cyber Monday fun in my day job. Don't be like me – Quordle is not usually kind to the sleep-deprived! But today, fortunately, it was not too bad.

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Daily Sequence today (game #1043) - the answers

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The answers to today's Quordle Daily Sequence, game #1043, are…

• BINGO
• NUDGE
• EPOCH
• DROWN

Quordle answers: The past 20

• Quordle #1042, Sunday 1 December: NAIVE, CIRCA, STEAD, MICRO
• Quordle #1041, Saturday 30 November: MAMMA, SNUCK, CRYPT, TAROT
• Quordle #1040, Friday 29 November: JOIST, DROOL, DUSKY, GLIDE
• Quordle #1039, Thursday 28 November: GRADE, WORRY, NOISE, DAISY
• Quordle #1038, Wednesday 27 November: HEART, ROGUE, INEPT, UTILE
• Quordle #1037, Tuesday 26 November: PRIED, FAINT, HURRY, WOOER
• Quordle #1036, Monday 25 November: NUDGE, SNOOP, SHACK, DRYLY
• Quordle #1035, Sunday 24 November: CLOTH, CLAMP, PETTY, CHEST
• Quordle #1034, Saturday 23 November: AVOID, PLANT, FILET, TWIRL
• Quordle #1033, Friday 22 November: CUTIE, ALOOF, ETUDE, SILLY
• Quordle #1032, Thursday 21 November: RABBI, EAGER, COUGH, BRASH
• Quordle #1031, Wednesday 20 November: MINTY, TOPAZ, BRUSH, LAPEL
• Quordle #1030, Tuesday 19 November: NINJA, PENCE, PAINT, FOIST
• Quordle #1029, Monday 18 November: ASCOT, BRINK, WEIRD, HOMER
• Quordle #1028, Sunday 17 November: STATE, BRAWN, SWORE, URBAN
• Quordle #1027, Saturday 16 November: NOTCH, BENCH, BUSED, FOUND
• Quordle #1026, Friday 15 November: PURER, TRUSS, TORCH, FORUM
• Quordle #1025, Thursday 14 November: EXALT, TASTE, CRONY, CLOUT
• Quordle #1024, Wednesday 13 November: YEARN, ELBOW, SURGE, PINEY
• Quordle #1023, Tuesday 12 November: CHORD, ATTIC, OLIVE, EIGHT

Best Cyber Monday deals 2024

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1. My top deals
2. TVs
3. Laptops
4. Appliances
5. Vacuums
6. Headphones
7. Apple devices
8. Phones
9. Tablets
10. Kindles
11. Smart home
12. Smartwatches
13. Gaming
14. Cameras
15. Streaming
16. Live updates

It's officially Cyber Monday. As TechRadar's deals editor with eight years of experience covering the shopping holiday, I'm tracking all of today's best Cyber Monday deals from retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy to find all the best offers in one place.

• Shop Walmart's full Cyber Monday sale

Cyber Monday is one of the last opportunities of the year to score a massive discount on everything from OLED TVs and AirPods to robot vacuums and smart home devices from brands like Apple, Dyson, Ninja, and Samsung. I'm using price-tracking tools on products that TechRadar tests year-round to ensure our recommendations are worth your money.

Below is a list of the best Cyber Monday sales, followed by the best deals on TVs, Apple devices, appliances, smartwatches, headphones, and laptops. A few highlights from today that are in danger of selling out include Insignia's 75-inch 4K smart TV for an incredible price of $399.99, a massive 50% discount on this Shark robot vacuum, and Apple's MacBook Air M1 on sale for $599.

I'm also highlighting offers throughout the day that offer the best value and are worth your money and time. Keep in mind that most sales end tonight at Midnight, which means you have just hours left to snag a bargain.

Cyber Monday deals 2024: sales live now

• Amazon: TVs, smart home & air fryers from $12.99
• Apple: AirPods, iPads, MacBooks from $89.99
• Best Buy: $1,000 off 4K TVs, laptops & headphones
• B&H Photo: up to $900 off cameras, laptops, accessories
• Cheap TVs: smart TVs at Best Buy from $69.99
• Christmas trees: top-rated trees from $54.99
• Dell: best-selling Inspiron & XPS laptops from $279.99
• Dreamcloud: mattress deals from $349 + free shipping
• Halloween: decor, costumes & candy starting at $5.58
• Holiday: decor, lights, Christmas trees & PJs from $10.99
• Home Depot: 40% off tools, appliances & furniture
• Lowe's: holiday decor, appliances & tools from $17.31
• Nectar: up to 50% off all mattresses
• Nordstrom: 46% off boots, coats, jeans & jewelry
• Samsung: $1,500+ off TVs, phones, watches & appliances
• Target: save on furniture, Halloween, tech & clothing
• Walmart: cheap TVs, robot vacs, furniture & appliances

My 13 favorite Cyber Monday deals

Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite is always a best seller at holiday sales, and this Cyber Monday deal keeps the price at a record low set last week. The waterproof e-reader features a large 7-inch glare-free display, a battery that lasts for weeks, and a single charge that lasts up to 12 weeks.View Deal

If you want to add a budget big-screen 4K TV to your home, you won't find a better deal this Cyber Monday. The 2024 Insignia 75-inch TV features 4K HD resolution, smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa, so you can use your voice to control your TV.View Deal

Hulu with ads or ad-free plans: was $17.99 for one-month now $0 at Hulu
Like the bundle offers above, this introductory deal is not part of the Cyber Monday sales but it's a great way to try out Hulu. New and eligible returning customers can try out Hulu's on-demand plans with a 30-day Hulu free trial, which is four times longer than its usual 7-day free trial offer. Thereafter, you'll have to pay $7.99 a month for its with-ads plan, or $17.99 a month to cut out the commercials. A free trial has also returned for its Hulu with Live TV plan. New subscribers can try the cord cutting service for 3 days. Find out more about how to get a Hulu free trial in our guide.View Deal

At just $599 - Walmart is practically giving away Apple's MacBook Air. Not only is this an outstanding price for such a powerful laptop that still holds up great for 2024, but this could be the last chance to pick one up now that it's officially discontinued. Don't miss this incredible deal if you're looking for a great bang for the buck MacBook.View Deal

This smart garage door controller is one of those products that you'll question how you ever lived without. For just $17.09, you'll be able to not only open or close your garage door with the touch of a button, but you can also check the status from anywhere. View Deal

The LG B4 is one of the most affordable OLED TVs on the market, and Best Buy has the 48-inch model on sale for $599.99 - an incredible price. Its self-lit OLED pixels and Dolby Vision together enhance color and contrast beyond what the average backlit TV can do. Its built-in gaming features and 120Hz refresh rate make it an unbeatable deal for gamers looking for an upgrade.View Deal

Here it is, folks - the best deal yet on the latest Dell XPS 13. Complete with a brand-new Snapdragon X Elite chipset, this model is capable of not just exceptional day-to-day performance, but also battery life that's simply a cut-above what Windows laptops usually offer. Alongside superb specs, the latest XPS 13 also features a gorgeous lightweight design and a display that's perfect for both work and casual everyday use.View Deal

The viral Beckham Hotel Collection pillows are always a top seller during holiday sales like Cyber Monday, and the queen-size set is on sale for $46.97 when you apply the additional discount. The queen-size pillows have over 240,000 positive reviews and are the number-one best-selling pillow on Amazon's site.View Deal

The Sony WH-1000MX4 are older now but they are still some of the best over-ear headphones ever. These wireless Sony cans package together top-notch audio, excellent comfort, and effective noise cancellation all at a reasonable price point that's about $100 less than the newer Sony XM5 that are only a minor upgrade. We still rate these as the best headphones for most people, exactly because you can find them at a price like this during major sales such as Cyber Monday.View Deal

Amazon has the top-rated Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum on sale for $299.99—just $4 shy of the record low. It offers powerful suction, and the inclusion of a self-emptying base solves one of the big irritations of robot vacuums, which is that they need to be emptied more often than uprights.View Deal

If you're looking for a larger smart home display, Amazon has the latest Echo Show 8 on sale for a new record-low price of $79.99. Thanks to Alexa compatibility, the eight-inch display allows you to make calls, watch movies, check the weather, and control compatible smart home devices completely hands-free.View Deal

For Cyber Monday, the Swiffer PowerMop starter kit is down to just $20.99 on Amazon. In the box, you'll get the PowerMop itself, as well as two mop pads, a full bottle of cleaning solution, and two AA batteries. The PowerMop is a great cleaning tool thanks to how easily it can clean hard floors and even tackle more caked-on debris or messes with just one or two passes.View Deal

With fast performance for a smartwatch and a sleek design, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is instantly likeable. And now you can save up to $175 when you trade in your current device – alongside a flat $40 discount. Samsung's latest wearable provides more precise heart rate tracking than previous models, while it also helps you monitor how stressed you are and how well you’re sleeping. Think of it as your personal assistant on your wrist and you’re not far off. It even suggests how to respond to messages and notifications.View Deal

Cyber Monday deals 2024: TVs

• Amazon: smart TVs from $59.99
• Best Buy: $1,000 off big-screen TVs
• OLED TVs: from $649.99 at Best Buy
• Samsung: $1,900 off 4K, OLED & QLED TVs
• Target: Roku TVs from $99.99
• Walmart: big-screen 4K TVs from $298

The LG B4 is one of the most affordable OLED TVs on the market, and Best Buy has the 48-inch model on sale for $599.99 - an incredible price. Its self-lit OLED pixels and Dolby Vision together enhance color and contrast beyond what the average backlit TV can do. Its built-in gaming features and 120Hz refresh rate make it an unbeatable deal for gamers looking for an upgrade.View Deal

Walmart is known for its stunningly low prices on TVs during Cyber Monday, and this 2024 Hisense set might be the best deal I've seen. For just $178, you get 4K HD resolution, Dolby Vision HDR and HDR10, DTS Studio Sound, and the Roku operating system for easy streaming. This is an incredible offer and I don't expect it will be around for long.View Deal

Samsung's The Frame TV is my dream Cyber Monday purchase, and the 55-inch model just dropped to a jaw-dropping price of $849.99. The 2024 Samsung Frame TV features Pantone art-validated colors that deliver lifelike images. Plus, the display now comes with Streams, a complimentary set of artwork streamed from the Samsung Art Store. This is a new record-low price that won't budge over Cyber Monday I'd say.View Deal

LG's all-new 55-inch C4 OLED TV is on sale for $1,199.99 - a new record-low price. Ranked in our best TV guide, the C4 features exceptional brightness, LG's latest Alpha 9 AI chip for improved performance, and impressive gaming features, including four HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K 120Hz, VRR, and ALLM support, and 144Hz certification from Nvidia.View Deal

Amazon's best-selling 43-inch 4-Series 4K smart TV is on sale for $229.99 - a new record-low price. It offers 4K HD resolution, smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa, so you can use your voice to control your TV.View Deal

Our Samsung S95D review awarded this OLED display five stars and said it was 'the very pinnacle of OLED TV'. The Samsung TV delivers stunning picture quality, top-notch gaming performance, and a beautiful design, combining to offer one of the best OLED TVs money can buy right now. Today's early Cyber Monday deal from Samsung brings the price of the 65-inch model down to $2,299.99, which is a $1,100 discount and a record-low price.View Deal

Samsung’s top mini-LED TV for 2024 now starts at a record-low of just $899 today at Samsung. That’s an excellent deal for an upper mid-range TV offering the high brightness, anti-glare screen, and wide viewing angle needed for daytime sports viewing. With four HDMI 2.1 ports with up to 144Hz support, it’s also a great TV for gaming. Sure, it’s pricier than some other mini-LED options, but today's discounts at Samsung are as good as any we've seen so far.View Deal

This is an amazing price on a mid-size display if you want to add a budget 4K TV to your home. The best-selling Insignia 43-inch TV features 4K HD resolution, smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa, so you can use your voice to control your TV.View Deal

Save $130 on the brand-new 55-inch TCL TV that supports high-quality 4K resolution, has smart capabilities with the Fire operating system, and a voice remote with hands-free Alexa controls. It's hard to believe that you can get all that for a cent under $200 – although it was down to $180 for Black Friday. It's still unbelievable value for money for a mid-sized everyday display though.View Deal

Samsung's sale ahead of Cyber Monday has dropped this 55-inch Q60D QLED TV to an incredible price of just $629.99. The Q60D features 4K and Quantum HDR Smart technology with Motion Xcelerator, resulting in bright colors and realistic images. Its slim design also means it looks great in any living room. View Deal

Amazon's all-new Fire TV Omni QLED Series is a big step up in the otherwise cheap range of smart TVs. This set boasts premium features, including a QLED display, full-array local dimming, Dolby Vision IQ, and HDR10+ Adaptive support to deliver a high-quality picture for all-around viewing and gaming. A good overall buy for the budget-conscious who don't want to compromise on performance, especially now that it's down to a record-low price of $599.99.View Deal

The Sony Bravia 8 is back at its lowest price yet ahead of Cyber Monday. As one of the best TVs for sound, it's an ideal choice if you want stellar sound without paying extra for a soundbar. Its OLED screen might not be the brightest of them all, but it still manages to rival the picture quality of its competitors using its brightness-boosting Bravia XP Processor. You can even use it with your gaming console of choice thanks to the two HDMI ports (out of four total) that support 4K/120 Hz gaming.View Deal

A 65-inch 4K smart TV for $379.99 is an incredible deal to snag ahead of Cyber Monday. The LG UT70 Series TV delivers a premium picture experience with brilliant colors thanks to LG's α5 Gen7 AI processor and WebOS 24 for seamless streaming. Gamers will also love the game optimizer and dashboard with GeForce NOW, which allows you to see and adjust all your settings in one place.View Deal

If you're looking for a big-screen budget display ahead of Cyber Monday, Amazon has Samsung's 65-inch 4K smart TV for its lowest price. This entry-level TV from Samsung packs a solid 'Crystal' UHD 4K processor, an easy-to-use Tizen operating system, and full HDR support for under $600. That's good value for money if you need a straightforward but capable display for your everyday viewing and media streaming.View Deal

If you're looking for a big-screen budget display, Best Buy has this 75-inch 4K TV on sale for $549.99. This entry-level TV from Samsung packs a solid 'Crystal' UHD 4K processor, an easy-to-use Tizen operating system, and full HDR support all for under $600. That's good value for money if you need a straightforward but capable display for your everyday viewing and media streaming.View Deal

The Samsung S90D is the newest version of the five-star-rated Samsung S90C so it carries many of the same qualities and features that made the original one of the best TVs you can buy. These include terrific overall picture quality, impressive levels of brightness, rich contrast and colors, and industry-leading performance for watching movies, enjoying shows and smooth gaming. This offer brings the 65-inch version of the display down to a new record-low price.View Deal

Will there be a better big-screen QLED TV deal than this over Cyber Monday? Unlikely. In terms of bang for your buck, it's hard to beat this massive 85-inch TCL QM8 QD-Mini LED TV. Offering excellent picture quality on a huge scale, it also boasts a QLED display so you get superior brightness and excellent contrast for an overall premium picture quality.View Deal

The Hisense U7N is an affordable mini-LED TV that provides serious bang for your buck, packing great features and performance into a budget package. It supports all HDR formats, including Dolby Vision, comes packed with gaming features, including 4K, 144Hz, and Dolby Vision gaming, and uses Google TV as its smart TV platform. This Cyber Monday deal takes the 75-inch model to under $1,000 – for a TV with this much to offer at this much size, this is a superb deal. View Deal

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Cyber Monday deals 2024: laptops

• Amazon: up to $300 off Apple MacBooks
• Best Buy: laptops & Chromebooks from $139
• Dell: $900 off XPS and Inspiron devices
• Samsung: up to $900 off Galaxy Books
• Walmart: MacBook Air M1 for $649.99

If you're looking for a budget laptop during today's sale ahead of Cyber Monday, Walmart has HP's 14-inch laptop for just $129. For that money, you're getting an Intel Celeron processor, 4GB RAM, 64GB of SSD, and up to 10 hours of battery life.View Deal

The 2024 MacBook Air is TechRadar's pick for the best overall Apple laptop, and this is the first discount we've spotted on the new version with 16GB of RAM for improved performance. It also houses the super-powerful M3 processor, which is strong enough to support Apple Intelligence and the majority of advanced computing jobs you can throw at it, including video editing, photo editing, and coding. As part of the Air family, it measures only half an inch thick, with battery life that can reportedly last up to 18 hours. If you want a build with more storage, you can upgrade to the 512GB model for an extra $200.View Deal

Here it is, folks - the best deal yet on the latest Dell XPS 13. Complete with a brand-new Snapdragon X Elite chipset, this model is capable of not just exceptional day-to-day performance, but also battery life that's simply a cut-above what Windows laptops usually offer. Alongside superb specs, the latest XPS 13 also features a gorgeous lightweight design and a display that's perfect for both work and casual everyday use.View Deal

It's hard to find a better cheap laptop deal in the early Cyber Monday sales than this Inspiron 15. It's nothing fancy, but this machine manages to pack in both a powerful Ryzen 5 chipset and a sizeable 512GB SSD in for just $300 - that's not bad to say the least. While you're only getting 8GB of RAM here, this is still a good choice if you're just looking for a cost-effective machine to cover the basics. View Deal

I almost never see a laptop with 8GB of RAM for under $200, so this HP Chromebook 15 is a huge bargain in the Best Buy sale ahead of Cyber Monday. Even with that added performance, it's still a fairly basic device best suited to light use and schoolwork. That's backed up even more with the lean ChromeOS powering it and exceptional all-day battery life, making it an excellent portable option at a stunningly affordable price.View Deal

This is the best discount I've seen on the new Microsoft Surface Pro – and it's a tempting buy after we were super-impressed in our Surface Pro 11 review. This version boasts a gorgeous 13-inch PixelSense Flow OLED display at 2880 x 1920 resolution so it looks sharp and crisp with some vibrant colors and deep blacks. Meanwhile, the Snapdragon X Plus processor ensures excellent battery life and combines well with its many AI features to simplify your life. There’s also 16GB of memory and 512GB of SSD storage which will ensure speedy performance and enough storage space for your essential files and applications.View Deal

It may essentially be just a larger version of the MacBook Air 13-inch, but if that's what you want then that's what you get – and it's now reduced to its lowest-ever price at Amazon (it's actually dropped further since just a few days ago). Our MacBook Air 15-inch review praised the display, performance, design and speaker array, although we did think the jump in size hurt one of the MacBook Air's key selling points – its portability. Nevertheless, this is still an impressive laptop that was awarded a full five stars – and it's now available for a record-low price - and the new base model gets 16GB of memory, double what it used to be.View Deal

Dell's Cyber Monday deals on the higher-end XPS 13 models are also amazing this week. Take this Ultra 7 configuration, for example, a massive $400 price cut makes this one a lot easier on the pocket. While I wouldn't immediately recommend a machine with 32GB of RAM to everyone (it's overkill for most), this is a great choice for a professional-grade laptop. View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: Appliances

• Amazon: 40% off Instant Pot, Keurig & air fryers
• Best Buy: 45% off LG, Whirlpool & GE
• Lowe's: $1,000 off appliances + free shipping
• Samsung: up to $1,900 off select appliances
• Target: up to 30% off kitchen appliances
• Walmart: blenders & air fryers from $29

Get the best compact, single-serve blender for under $50 at Walmart's sale ahead of Cyber Monday. This is an ideal solution for your daily smoothie or protein shake. With its built-in handle and sippy cup lid, you'll be ready to make your favorite creation just before leaving the house.View Deal

Thanks to its compact size, this Keurig K-Mini coffee maker is a great choice for those working with a small kitchen space. It can brew a cup in just minutes and is less than five inches wide. Today's deal ahead of Cyber Monday from Amazon brings the price down to just $49, a new record-low price.View Deal

If you're looking for the ultimate toaster - this Gourmia toaster oven air fryer is your best option, and it's on sale for just $50. The toaster oven features unique french doors and includes 18 one-touch cooking functions that allow you to air fry, bake, dehydrate, and more.View Deal

This is another product I already own and love – Ninja's top-rated 8-quart Foodi air fryer. Now on sale for its lowest price, the Ninja Foodi features a large dual-basket design that allows you to prepare multiple foods at once and six preset cooking programs for fast and easy meals. This incredible appliance is now $18 cheaper than Black Friday thanks to an additional coupon code - one that brings it right down to its lowest ever price for Cyber Monday.View Deal

The Nespresso Vertuo Pop Plus Deluxe by Breville is on sale for its cheapest price yet. This easy-to-use coffee maker supports multiple types of drinks and sizes, and you can brew these using dedicated recyclable Nespresso pods. The large removable water tank and compact size also add to its convenience.View Deal

Make a cup of coffee in less than two minutes with Keurig's best-selling K-Elite, which is on sale for $109.99 – the lowest price we've seen this year. Five brew-size selections let you choose how much to make, while Strong brew and Iced options mean you can enjoy a bold morning cup or a refreshing afternoon beverage with the touch of a button. View Deal

The Ninja Creami ice cream maker will surely be a Cyber Monday best-seller due to its popularity at recent holiday sales, and Walmart has the appliance down to a record-low price. You can make ice cream, milkshakes, and sorbets with a touch of a button and add your favorite mix-ins and flavors.View Deal

Ninja is one of the most popular air fryer manufacturers, and this is a new record-low price for one of its latest and easiest-to-use appliances. The 5-quart capacity drawer is enough to make meals for the whole family, and preset functions allow for easy air frying, roasting, reheating, and dehydrating. The compact design means it'll comfortably fit on your countertop, too. Amazon has just discounted this one even further for Cyber Monday thanks to an easy-to-miss $12 coupon code.View Deal

This is the cheapest this multi-functional air fryer has been since Cyber Monday last year, with 40% off the list price at Amazon. We're particularly big fans of Vortex's Odor Erase technology (also used by the excellent Instant Vortex Plus 6-in-1), which does an excellent job at eliminating cooking smells.View Deal

KitchenAid is a mainstay in the Bake Off tent and still the leader when it comes to high-quality stand mixers – but they do come with a hefty upfront cost. This healthy $120 discount on the premium Artisan model definitely takes the sting out, though. It comes with a stainless steel bowl and three attachments for mixing, kneading, and beating – everything the amateur or intermediate baker needs for the kitchen.View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: Vacuums

• Amazon: Dyson, Bissell & Shark from $49.99
• Best Buy: $200 off robot and stick vacuums
• Dyson: up to $170 off cordless vacuums
• Walmart: cheap vacuums from $59

Bissell portable carpet cleaners have become the breakout stars at holiday sales like Cyber Monday, and the top-rated Little Green model is currently on sale for $81.49. Perfect for pet owners and parents, the portable carpet cleaner can magically erase spills and stains on carpets, couches, auto interiors, and more.View Deal

If you're on a budget but still want a high-end vacuum, Dyso's V8 Absolute is a fantastic option at just $299.99. Perfect for pet owners, the Dyson V8 features a de-tangling motor bar that works across hardwood floors and carpets and can transform into a handheld vac for quick and convenient clean-ups.View Deal

Amazon has the top-rated iRobot Roomba robot vacuum on sale for $149.99 - the lowest price we've ever seen. Designed with homes with pets in mind, the Roomba features three levels of powerful suction for custom cleaning on carpets and hard floors and recharges itself when the battery is low.View Deal

The top-rated Tineco cordless wet-dry vacuum mop combo is on sale for a record-low price of $99 at Walmart's sale ahead of Cyber Monday. The Tineco iFloor 2 vacuums and washes hard floors in one step, handling wet and dry messes in one sweep.View Deal

Here's a deal ahead of Cyber Monday on a Roomba robot vacuum mop combo, bringing the price down to its lowest ever. The j5 uses the iRobot Home App to create no-mop zones, so it will vacuum your hard floors while mopping at the same time but will avoid your carpet.View Deal

Dyson cordless vacuums are always Cyber Monday best-sellers, and Walmart has the powerful V12 on sale for $399.99 - a record-low price. The V12 is Dyson's lightest cordless vacuum and features illumination technology that reveals invisible dust on hard floors so you don't leave anything behind.View Deal

The ultra-light Bissell CleanView vacuum features a compact size, making it easy to store if you're working in a small space. The Bissell vacuum also features powerful suction and a triple-action brush roll to pick up pet hair seamlessly. Today's deal ahead of Cyber Monday from Amazon brings the price down to just $59.99 - a record-low price.View Deal

Amazon has the top-rated Shark AI Ultra robot vacuum on sale for $299.99—just $4 shy of the record low. It offers powerful suction, and the inclusion of a self-emptying base solves one of the big irritations of robot vacuums, which is that they need to be emptied more often than uprights.View Deal

Here's a huge $440 discount on a powerful and advanced robot vacuum from big-name brand iRobot. We praised its ability to pick up dirt from carpet and hard floors, and its self-charging feature in our iRobot Roomba J7 Plus review plus the convenient self-emptying bin. It is a bit noisy and sometimes struggles with larger debris but this is a good overall option.View Deal

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Cyber Monday deals 2024: Headphones

• Amazon: great deals on Bowers & Wilkins, Beats and Bose
• Best Buy: huge Shokz and Beats deals live now
• Target: big savings on JBL, JLab, Bose & Beats
• Walmart: huge price cuts on trusted headphones brands

The Sony WH-1000MX4 are older now but they are still some of the best over-ear headphones ever. These wireless Sony cans package together top-notch audio, excellent comfort, and effective noise cancellation all at a reasonable price point that's about $100 less than the newer Sony XM5 that are only a minor upgrade. We still rate these as the best headphones for most people, exactly because you can find them at a price like this during major sales such as Cyber Monday.View Deal

Sonos' inaugural over-ears are a no-brainer if you've got a Sonos Arc soundbar (with support for more Sonos soundbars to come), because that means incredibly detailed, immersive, head-tracked spatial audio for your movies and shows. We think at this price, they're far more competitive too. Will they dip an extra $20 (to their lowest ever price, seen oh-so-briefly in September)? We can't say for sure, but this $100 discount is not to be sniffed at – not for high-end headphones such as these. View Deal

The Bose QuietComfort headphones are the manufacturer's mid-range noise-cancelling cans and have dropped to a record-low price in this deal ahead of Cyber Monday. On top of the manufacturer's excellent ANC to block out unwanted noise, you get high-fidelity audio and an EQ control to customize bass, mid-range, and treble. The QuietComfort lasts up to 24 hours on one charge and can get back 2.5 hours of playtime in 15 minutes. At the time of writing, only the Cypress Green colorway is discounted, but we actually love that finish.View Deal

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 are a refinement of the previous model with AirPods-like ear sticks, active noise cancellation, a 11mm driver, and AI-powered features like a voice-call booster and a translation tool – providing you have a modern Samsung phone. They look and feel good in your ears too with up to 5 hours of battery life with ANC on, making them good for your commute or workout. And now you can get them for as little as $39.99 with a trade-in, that's a bargain.View Deal

This is an incredible price for a pair of wireless on-ear headphones – on sale for just $24.95 at Amazon right now. The JBL Tune 510BT features Wireless Bluetooth 5.0 Streaming, so you can stream music and podcasts and take calls from your device, and you'll enjoy an impressive 40 hours of battery life. It's no t a model we've tested, but the JBL Tune 510BT have over 50,000 positive reviews on Amazon and are one of the best-selling headphones on the site. They also come with JBL's renowned Pure Bass sound. If you need something inexpensive and you need it now, it's hard to argue with this price tag… View Deal

Some of Sony's best cheap headphones are on sale at Best Buy's big sale ahead of Cyber Monday. We particularly like this pair of cans as they offer a combination of good audio quality and impressive noise cancellation for the price. The Sony WHCH720N are the ones to bag if your budget doesn't stretch to the more premium XM5 but you still want a great pair of over-ears.View Deal

The WF-C700N remain some of the best budget earbuds around, more than a year after their launch, especially now they've slipped to under $100 at Best Buy. Our five-star Sony WF-C700N review goes into why we rate them so highly, but the short version is that the mix of sound quality, noise cancellation power and comfort is basically unmatched.View Deal

The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are at their lowest price yet. This model of Bose's QuietComfort earbuds builds on the company's spatial audio technology with the all-new Immersive Audio feature and Snapdragon Sound certification, the latest standard in Bluetooth connectivity. In short, these are Bose's most advanced noise-cancelling earbuds you can buy.View Deal

Quite simply the best in Sony's class-leading wireless over-ear lineup. The older XM4 headphones were outstanding, the XM3 cans before it were excellent, and it'll come as little surprise to know that Sony's XM5 proposition is also incredibly hard to beat – especially with a whopping 25% off, equalling their lowest-ever price! They don't fold up like the XM4 but, as a quick glance at our Sony WH-100XM5 review proves, there's not much else to pick fault with. View Deal

A $100 discount is the biggest we've ever seen on these incredible headphones, matching their lowest price to date. With incredible sound quality, supreme comfort, and unrivalled active noise cancellation, you're guaranteed an incredible listening experience.View Deal

The Beats Solo 4 were released in May 2024 and the price-cut listed on Amazon marks a return to their lowest ever price on record. This model supports lossless audio that you can listen to via USB-C or 3.5mm audio cable, and Spatial Audio that uses head tracking to enhance your listening experience. These headphones also last up to 50 hours on a single charge and can regain five hours of playback time in just 10 minutes of charging. Not bad overall for the new budget price point, we think you'll agree… View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: Apple devices

• Amazon: AirPods, iPads & MacBooks from $89
• Apple: trade-in credits on new devices
• Best Buy: iPad deals from $229.99
• Verizon: Get an iPhone 15 Pro from $37.77/mo
• Walmart: $200 off Watch, AirPods & iPads

AirPods are always popular during Cyber Monday, and Walmart has Apple's cheapest AirPods, the AirPods 2, on sale for just $89. That's the best deal you can find right now, only $20 more than the record-low price. This offer is highly recommended if you want new AirPods and don't need noise-canceling technology.View Deal

Record-low price: This is $12 cheaper than AirPods Pro 2 have ever been, and I expect this deal won't last long. They sound excellent, the noise cancellation is top tier, Dolby Atmos spatial audio is amazing for movies, and they even have an unlosable case, thanks to tech that points you to where it's hiding (and a speaker to help, too). They're also very small and light, which is great for comfort. The previous lowest price was $169, so absolutely do not miss this deal – they're fantastic value for this price.View Deal

Getting $150 off a tablet that could double as a laptop is not bad at all. This iPad Pro features a high-resolution Liquid Retina XDR display, strong battery life, and 256GB of storage. These specs are impressive already but when paired with the latest M4 chip you get a tablet that is truly special indeed. The power makes it possible to effortlessly perform even the most demanding of tasks, including photo and video editing as well as gaming.View Deal

Apple's best-selling 10.2 iPad with 64GB of storage just dropped to $199 - a new record-low price. While the tablet is an older model, it still packs a 10.2-inch Retina display, and the A13 Bionic chip ensures excellent picture quality and superior performance. According to our Apple iPad 10.2 review, the entry-level tablet can do it all without issue, whether browsing the net, streaming media, doing light work, or playing games.View Deal

The new iPad Air is the closest thing you can get to an iPad Pro without having to pay upwards of $1,000, which is why we believe it's the best iPad for students in 2024. For over half the price of Apple's professional-grade iPad, you'll get a beautiful Liquid Retina display, a MacBook-level M2 chipset, a landscape-oriented front-facing camera, and landscape stereo speakers with spatial audio. Amazon's $499 deal is a record-low price, though right now it's only available on the purple and blue variants.View Deal

The 2024 MacBook Air is TechRadar's pick for the best overall Apple laptop and this is the first discount we've spotted on the new version with 16GB of RAM for improved performance. It also houses the super-powerful M3 processor, which is strong enough to support Apple Intelligence and the majority of advanced computing jobs you can throw at it, including video editing, photo editing, and coding. As part of the Air family, it measures only half an inch thick, with battery life that can reportedly last up to 18 hours. If you want a build with more storage, you can upgrade to the 512GB model for an extra $200.View Deal

At just $599 - Walmart is practically giving away Apple's MacBook Air. Not only is this an outstanding price for such a powerful laptop that still holds up great for 2024, but this could be the last chance to pick one up now that it's officially discontinued. Don't miss this incredible deal if you're looking for a great bang for the buck MacBook.View Deal

Today's Cyber Monday deal on the budget Apple Watch SE for $149 is a new record-low price. The Apple Watch SE tracks activity, sleep, and calories burned and will notify you when a high or low heart rate is detected. The water-resistant smartwatch also helps you stay connected by allowing you to receive notifications, take calls, and reply to texts directly from your wrist.View Deal

This might be Amazon's best Cyber Monday deal - Apple's all-new Apple Watch 10 on sale for a new record-low price of $329. The Apple Watch 10 includes upgrades such as Apple's new S10 chipset, sleep apnea detection, depth gauge, and a new design featuring the most advanced display. I don't expect you'll find a better price this year, and this offer is in danger of being sold out.View Deal

Apple slashed the recommended starting price of the iPad 10.9 (2022) to $349 earlier this year, but Amazon has now dropped that figure even further, to a record-low $249. In our iPad 10.9 (2022) review, we said Apple's latest base-level tablet is a big upgrade over the previous generation model, offering a larger Liquid Retina display, a new A14 Bionic chip, improved cameras, USB-C support, and a sleek design.View Deal

Apple's previous-gen iPad mini is a fantastic all-rounder. Its powerful A15 Bionic chip delivers all the performance most people need, while the 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display is small enough to make the device beautifully portable. The mini's display has True Tone support, P3 wide color, and ultra-low reflectivity, so it looks great wherever you're using it. Today's Cyber Monday deal brings the price down to an all-time low.View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: phones

The Pixel 9 Pro is on sale from Google, but Amazon has an even better price for the phone we awarded our Phone of the Year prize for 2024, dropping it to the lowest price we've seen since the phone launched in August. We love this phone's design, durability, and amazing features, so if you need a new Android, don't hesitate. View Deal

Everything about the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is big; the screen, the specs, the performance, and especially the cameras. All of these make it our pick for one of the best phones you can buy. Of course, you pay for that performance, but this Cyber Monday deal knocks up to $470 off the phone's price, with the biggest saving available on the 512GB model. You can also get up to $800 off the Galaxy S24 Ultra if you trade in its predecessor.View Deal

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 is a great choice if you've got a serious interest in upgrading to a shiny foldable. Today's early Black Friday deal at Samsung offers a trade-in credit of up to $1,200, plus $300 off online-exclusive colors. That means, if you've got a Galaxy S24 Ultra to swap, you can now pick up the Galaxy Z Fold 6 for just $399. No device to hand over? You can still take $800 off the price of a foldable that we thought "edged closer to perfection" in our Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 review (see below for the details).View Deal

Apple iPhone 16: free with an unlimited plan, plus free iPad and Apple Watch at Verizon
If you're looking for the standard iPhone 16, the good news is that you don't even need to trade in another device to get one for free right now at Verizon. Eligible with a new line on an Ultimate Unlimited plan, you'll be saving a massive $829 ($23.05/mo for 36 months) on device costs here. In addition, Verizon is also throwing in an iPad 10.9 (yes, a whole iPad) and an Apple Watch Series 10. Note, however, that you will need to pay an additional accessory cellular line ($10/mo) if you want to claim the free iPad, as well as a one-time activation fee of $35. A similar deal is also available on the iPhone 16 Plus right now.View Deal

Apple iPhone 16 Pro: free with an unlimited plan, plus free iPad and Apple Watch at Verizon
If you're interested in the Pro models, you'll also find great deals on the iPhone 16 Pro at Verizon right now. There are two options for getting a discount on the phone here; a new line on an Ultimate Unlimited plan will automatically drop the price from $27.77/mo to $0/mo, but you can also trade in for a maximum rebate of up to $1,000 (and not be beholden to the Ultimate plan). Both deals effectively cover the entire cost of the device, and you can also bundle in that iPad and Apple Watch Series 10 (again, for free), as with the deal on the standard iPhone 16 above. A similar offer is also available on the iPhone 16 Pro Max.View Deal

Apple iPhone 16: up to $830 off with trade-in, plus $100 Best Buy e-Gift card
Best Buy's Cyber Monday promotion gives you a boosted trade-in rebate of up to $830 when you swap your old phone for the iPhone 16 on a new AT&T or Verizon line. The good news? You don't need to trade in a flashy flagship to get the full $830 discount. You'll also get a $100 Best Buy e-gift card for your troubles, which Best Buy will process once you've received and activated your iPhone 16. An equivalent deal is also available on the iPhone 16 Plus.View Deal

Best Buy has knocked a whopping $140 off the price of the iPhone 15 for Cyber Monday, though it was $10 cheaper for Black Friday. You'll need to purchase a new Verizon or AT&T plan to qualify for the maximum discount, and the cheapest right now is $65/mo (or $75/mo until you enroll in paperless billing) plus a $35 activation fee. If you don't want to sign up to a monthly plan, the device alone has been moderately discounted to $689.99. Best Buy is also offering similar deals on the larger iPhone 15 Plus for Cyber Monday.View Deal

The OnePlus 12 is a powerhouse phone with a unique camera setup tuned in partnership with Hasselblad. This flowy emerald finish is one of the nicest and most unique looking phones I've ever tested, and it comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage space, an upgrade worth paying for. The OnePlus 12 isn't for everybody, but if you love the look of Leica or even Lomo cameras and you want to shoot more portraits and landscapes, the OnePlus 12 is a great fit for an amazing price. View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: tablets

• Amazon: save $100 on the 11-inch iPad Air 2024
• Best Buy: save on iPads and Android tablets
• Best Buy: save $400 on the 11-inch iPad Pro
• Samsung: Save $200 plus on the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra
• Target: save on the Galaxy Tab A9 Plus & Apple iPads
• Target: save $100 on the iPad 9th Generation
• Walmart: save on loads of iPads

There’s a massive up to $1,000 to be saved on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra when you combine an upfront $200 discount and up to $800 trade-in rebate for your existing tablet. The newest high-end Samsung slate has great features for productivity like Circle to Search with Google and Note Assist. There are also AI-assisted tools like the ability to turn a sketch into a full image. Up to 16 hours of battery life and a neat S Pen stylus prove useful.View Deal

Up to $300 off one of Samsung's best budget tablets is a superb deal. The 10.9-inch display is ideal for portability and with incredibly long battery life the Tab S9 FE will keep going all day, even when pushed to its limits. There's 128GB of storage, which provides enough room to store all your apps, although you can upgrade to 256 GB if you need extra space. We've seen Samsung offer a $100 upfront discount on this device before but today's trade-in rebate of up to $400 is a record-low. View Deal

Best Buy has discounted the entry-level 64GB iPad 10.2 (2021) – also known as the iPad 9th-generation. Despite its age, this iPad offers a gorgeous 10.2-inch screen with True Tone technology, decent battery life (we got around 10 hours in our testing), and it'll also continue to be supported with software updates until at least 2027. Put simply, the iPad 10.2 (2021) is the best iPad if you're on a budget.View Deal

The new iPad Air is the closest thing you can get to an iPad Pro without having to pay upwards of $1,000, which is why we believe it's the best iPad for students in 2024. For over half the price of Apple's professional-grade iPad, you'll get a beautiful Liquid Retina display, a MacBook-level M2 chipset, a landscape-oriented front-facing camera, and landscape stereo speakers with spatial audio. Amazon's $499 deal is a record-low price, though right now it's only available on the purple and blue variants.View Deal

Apply the coupon for another $50 off and you'll save $150 on this tablet that could double as a laptop. This iPad Pro features a high-resolution Liquid Retina XDR display, strong battery life, and 256GB of storage. These specs are impressive already but when paired with the latest M4 chip you get a tablet that is truly special indeed. The power makes it possible to effortlessly perform even the most demanding of tasks, including photo and video editing as well as gaming.View Deal

Amazon's latest tablet, the Fire HD 10, is down to its lowest price, under $100. It has a big, bright 10-inch Full HD display, 3GB of RAM, and an octa-core processor for speedy performance. The tablet also works with Amazon Alexa and provides an impressive 12 hours of battery life.View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: Kindles

• Amazon: Shop the Kindle range right now
• Best Buy: Save on Kindle packages
• Target: A range of Kindles and accessories available
• Walmart: Grab deals on Kindle accessories

Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite is always a best seller at holiday sales, and this Cyber Monday deal keeps the price at a record low set last week. The waterproof e-reader features a large 7-inch glare-free display, a battery that lasts for weeks, and a single charge that lasts up to 12 weeks.View Deal

If you want a more premium Kindle Paperwhite experience, then the Signature Edition is the was to go, with its 32GB of storage and auto-adjusting front light, plus wireless charging. All for $45 off the original price. View Deal

Kindle ereaders are always popular deals during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, and this one gets you $25 off the latest Kindle. Given it was just released this month, that's pretty sweet. The 2024 Kindle is Amazon's lightest and most compact e-reader and features a six-inch glare-free display and a battery life that lasts six weeks.View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: Smart home

Looking to buy a smart speaker for a small space? Amazon's Cyber Monday deals include the all-new Echo Pop for just $17.99 - the cheapest Echo device you can buy right now. For that money, you're getting a compact smart speaker with Alexa built-in, so you can play music, ask questions, and check the weather completely hands-free.View Deal

Amazon's brand new Echo Spot pairs a 2.83-inch touch with a 1.73-inch front-firing speaker, which might make it the ideal smart alarm clock. With Alexa onboard, you can ask the assistant for the weather, play music, or even schedule alarms. Today's Cyber Monday deal is a return to the record-low price.View Deal

If you're looking for more robust sound, Amazon's Cyber Monday deals also include the Echo Dot for its lowest price. Amazon's best-selling smart speaker offers an improved audio experience, plus a new temperature sensor and all the handy features from Alexa, like playing music, answering questions, and checking the weather completely hands-free.View Deal

Amazon's best-selling Echo Show 5 is on sale for a whopping 50% discount. The 2023 Echo Show 5 features a compact 5.5-inch display but packs impressive sound with deeper bass and clearer vocals. With Amazon Alexa, you can listen to podcasts, movies, music, and more.View Deal

If you're looking for a larger smart home display, Amazon has the latest Echo Show 8 on sale for a new record-low price of $79.99. Thanks to Alexa compatibility, the eight-inch display allows you to make calls, watch movies, check the weather, and control compatible smart home devices completely hands-free.View Deal

I already own the best-selling Ring Video Doorbell and can't imagine living without it. The smart doorbell includes a built-in battery and allows you to see, hear, and speak to anyone from your phone or computer. Today's Cyber Monday deal from Amazon is a record-low price.View Deal

Amazon's Cyber Monday sale has the top-rated Blink Video Doorbell on sale for its lowest price ever. The Blink doorbell alerts you when motion is detected and features infrared night video, two-way audio, and long-lasting battery life - all for $29.99.View Deal

I've had my eye on the Blink Mini 2 since its release, and now that it's on sale for just $19.99 - it's a must-buy. The compact security camera features two-way audio and will alert your phone when motion is detected. The Blink 2 also includes a 1080p HD live view, night view in color with a built-in spotlight, and a wider field of view.View Deal

The 4th generation Blink outdoor security camera features enhanced motion detection, two-way audio, a two-year battery life, and works with Amazon Alexa for hands-free control. Today's Cyber Monday deal is a massive 58% discount and a record-low price.View Deal

Today's Cyber Monday deals at Amazon has the Ring Stick Up Cam on sale for $54.99 - the cheapest price we've ever seen. The Alexa-enabled security camera features motion-activated notifications and two-way talk and can be placed indoors or outdoors.View Deal

Add smart capabilities to any device in your home with the best-selling Amazon Smart Plug on sale for just $12.99. With over 500,000 positive reviews on Amazon, the smart plug works with Amazon Alexa, so you can turn on lights and appliances using just your voice.View Deal

The new version of Amazon's standard Fire TV Stick is half-price at Amazon's Cyber Monday sale, bringing the price down to a record low. In our Fire TV Stick review, we found the original version was a cheap way to add essential smart features to your TV, including access to streaming apps in HD, Alexa voice controls, and the ability to control other smart home devices.View Deal

As the name suggests, the Fire TV Stick 4K streams shows and movies on your TV in ultra-high definition 4K resolution. It's a good offer for a solid streaming stick that comes with access to all the major apps and supports voice controls through Alexa. This offer matches the previous record-low price we saw during last year's Prime Day so it's worth buying now as we likely won't see a better offer this year.View Deal

This is the lowest price we've seen for Amazon's premium streaming device. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max streams the same content in the same quality as the standard 4K version, but the extra power inside means faster performance when navigating apps. Plus, it uses WiFi 6E technology to give you a more stable and consistent streaming experience.View Deal

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Cyber Monday deals 2024: Smartwatches

• Amazon: Apple Watch deals from $149
• Best Buy: $200 off Apple, Garmin & Google
• Fitbit: deals from $69.99 at Amazon
• Samsung: $460 off the Galaxy Watch Ultra
• Walmart: cheap watches from $24

With fast performance for a smartwatch and a sleek design, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 is instantly likeable. And now you can save up to $175 when you trade in your current device – alongside a flat $40 discount. Samsung's latest wearable provides more precise heart rate tracking than previous models, while it also helps you monitor how stressed you are and how well you’re sleeping. Think of it as your personal assistant on your wrist and you’re not far off. It even suggests how to respond to messages and notifications.View Deal

Last year's best Fitbit Inspire 3 deal has returned to its lowest-ever price of $69.95, $30/30% off the usual list price of $99.95. Available in both colors, you'll get 24/7 heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, and notifications from your communication apps.

This might be Amazon's best deal ahead of Cyber Monday - Apple's all-new Apple Watch 10 on sale for a new record-low price of $329. The Apple Watch 10 includes upgrades such as Apple's new S10 chipset, sleep apnea detection, depth gauge, and a new design featuring the most advanced display. I don't expect you'll find a better price on Cyber Monday, and this offer is in danger of being sold out.View Deal

Get $100 off Garmin's brilliant Vivoactive 5, now down to its lowest-ever price of $199. Available in four great colors it comes with 11 days of battery life and tracking for sleep, activity, heart rate, and more. View Deal

Get a massive $60 off the $160 Fitbit Charge 6 for a return to the lowest-ever price of $99.95. The ergonomic band and slender display provide sleep monitoring, multisport tracking, ECG, GPS, contactless payments, and more. View Deal

Get $200 off the Galaxy Watch Ultra, a new lowest-ever price sold directly from Amazon on the classic orange colorway. You can also save on the silver option, still $473. View Deal

The Garmin Venu 3S is a great mid-range smartwatch with excellent fitness tracking and many other features you'd expect from a great all-rounder. It's now $100 and down to a new lowest-ever price of $349 at Amazon. View Deal

Get an impressive 24% off an already excellently-priced watch in the Amazon sales of Cyber Monday. The FE is Samsung's equivalent of an Apple Watch SE (a watch that boasts up-to-date software and performs very well, but doesn't have the latest hardware innovations) only even cheaper. A great buy for anyone with a Samsung phone.View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: Gaming

• Amazon: games & consoles from $17.99
• Best Buy: $200 off Xbox, Meta & PlayStation
• Walmart: video games from $30

The PS5 Pro itself remains in steady stock in the US with a whole host of retailers offering ways to buy the upgraded console.

Also in stock at: $699.99 at Target | $699.99 at Walmart | $699.99 at Best Buy | $699.99 at PlayStation DirectView Deal

If you're after the best-value PS5 Slim console as well as the best-value bundle, then this Fortnite Cobalt Star listing at Walmart is the way to go.View Deal

It's the best deal we've seen to date for the Xbox Series X Digital Edition. Under normal circumstances, I'd find the all-digital model a little tough to recommend thanks to its lack of a disc drive and relatively high sticker price. But this is a fine discount that takes the console below $400.View Deal

This is a ridiculously good deal and the best way to pick up a Nintendo Switch OLED right now. For $50 less than the retail price, you're getting a console with a top-quality game and 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online thrown in at no additional cost. Grab this while it's still around, as it will likely sell out quickly!View Deal

This is the best discount on a PS5 DualSense right now, and it's a lowest price on the Cosmic Red colorway since last Cyber Monday!View Deal

Nintendo comes out with a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle almost every year, and they always represent killer value. You get a Nintendo Switch console, one of its best games, and 12 months of Nintendo Switch Online for multiplayer play. Overall, this is a roughly $80 saving compared to the retail price.View Deal

Nintendo also has you covered if you would rather splash out for the enhanced Nintendo Switch OLED, which boasts a better screen and more storage. As above, you also got a copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership thrown in at no extra cost.View Deal

If you're looking for an affordable wireless Nintendo Switch controller right now, then your best bet is this more budget-friendly option from PowerA. Discounted by $21, this isn't quite the lowest-ever price but it's still a good lower-cost alternative to the official Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. View Deal

Another truly incredible deal at Walmart, this time for the regular Nintendo Switch. This bundle packs a console with a copy of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and a 12-month Nintendo Switch Online membership voucher for $50 below the cost of just the console on its own. This is another one likely to sell out, so don't wait around.View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: cameras

• Amazon: Canon EOS R100 with two lenses just $499 - a record low price
• Best Buy: $200 off the Canon EOS R7
• Adorama: Save a huge $1,000 on the Nikon Z7 II
• B&H Photo: Save $300 on the Panasonic Lumix G9 II

For me, the Mini 4K was already the best value 4K drone for beginners, and with this price cut it's truly unbeatable. It's a minor update of the Mini 2 SE, upping video quality from 2.7K to 4K, which unleashes a 2x digital zoom to get closer footage of your surroundings. Otherwise, it's as you were for DJI's cheapest Mini-series drone; a 3-axis gimbal, reasonable Level 5 wind resistance, flight times of up to 31 minutes and an arsenal of easy flight moves with DJI's handy Fly app. If you're just getting started with drones, the Mini 4K is my top pick. If you're totally new to drones, I'd recommend the Fly More Combo for just $359 (was $449) with which you get two additional batteries and a charging hub. Both deals are 20% off. View Deal

This vlogging camera shares many similarities with the ZV-1, including Sony’s impressive SteadyShot stabilization technology, 4K video footage, industry-leading autofocus and face-tracking, three-capsule built-in mic, and a fully articulating screen for easy shooting in selfie mode to guarantee everything is framed the way you want it. The main difference is the lens is a sharp fixed 20mm wide angle one, versus the versatile zoom lens of the ZV-1. Oh, and the price – the ZV-1F is even lower at $399.99 for Cyber Monday... bargain!View Deal

We don't see many deals on what is arguably the best mirrorless camera in the world at the moment, but thanks to Cyber Monday, you can now get it for $400 less than normal. Our Sony Alpha 7 IV review gave the camera 4.5 out of 5 stars, calling it the 'hybrid king'. This mirrorless camera is one of the standouts from the past few years thanks to next-level its next-level autofocus, 33MP full-frame sensor, and vari-angle screen.View Deal

Save $720: The Nikon Z8 is the best full-frame hybrid camera for pros - and is excellent value against its pricier rivals that include the Canon EOS R5 Mark II and the new Sony A1 II. Its 45.7MP stacked sensor, 8K video capabilities and 20fps burst shooting combine for a formidable hybrid camera; it received a full five stars out of five in our Z8 review, in which we praised its like-for-like feature set with the bulkier and pricier flagship Z9. Over at Adorama the Z8 has a lesser $500 price cut – but it comes with accessories such as a flashgun. Either way, the Z8 is almost half the price of the A1 II!View Deal

Melding a compact, rugged body with advanced computational features and a 20MP BSI Live MOS Sensor, the OM-5 is an extremely capable camera for the price. Its superb 5-axis image stabilization provides up to 6.5 stops of compensation for blur-free telephoto and long handheld exposures. If you're into shooting video, then you'll get 4K resolution but only up to 30fps, meaning this camera is probably better for photographers. Combined with the 12-45mm F4 Pro lens, and you have a dream lightweight and rugged package for travel photography.View Deal

Succeeding the ZV-1, the ZV-1 II packs many of the same features but delivered the zoom lens with wider field of view that vloggers were calling for, plus a much more useful and intuitive touchscreen. It also has USB-C charging, which cannot be said for the ZV-1 with it's micro USB port – a camera that will potentially be pulled for shelves come 2025 once the EU's Common Charger Directive kicks in. With this $200 price cut, the ZV-1 II comes mightily close in price to the ZV-1 too which is only $50 cheaper now. View Deal

The Insta360 X4 is the best handheld 360-degree camera available, with 8K video, slick slow-motion video and a handy 4K single lens mode. Its rugged and waterproof and boasts powerful image stabilization to smooth out your video footage. Throw in a bunch of fun video modes and easy editing, you'll be making videos otherwise impossible with a phone. Seriously – whether it's for 360-degree, underwater action, vlogging or even as a dash cam – the X4 can do it all, with a neat invisible selfie stick for capturing third-person perspectives. Want a second camera for vacation? The X4 could be the ticket, and this sale price is the first-ever discount for our favorite 360-degree camera. Don't need the latest model? Also at it's lowest-ever price, the X3 is now just $329.99 at Best Buy.View Deal

Panasonic's smallest-ever full-frame camera is down to a record-low price with the excellent 20-60mm f/3.5-5.6 lens, with a full $300 off the original launch price. Featuring 6K 'open gate' video, Panasonic's handy real time LUTs color profiles and impressive image stabilization, the S9 brings an extremely competitive set of video-focused features for the price. While photographers will be better served with other bodies, the S9 is a great choice for beginner videographers in particular. At Adorama, the camera is available in four colors; black, blue, red and green for this sale price. View Deal

40% off: The EOS R100 packs Canon's excellent 24MP APS-C sensor, a dual-pixel autofocus system, plus an excellent DSLR-style form factor that's a brilliant design for photography, especially its EVF for clear viewing in bright light. Sadly, the LCD screen is fixed, nor is it touch sensitive, but the EOS R100 is far and away Canon's cheapest RF-mount mirrorless camera, especially now this two-less bundle has dropped to $499. The two entry-level lenses included are the RF-S 18-45mm F4.5-6.3 IS STM and the RF-S 55-210mm F5-7.1 IS STM, which between them will cover beginners for most photography scenarios. It's not our favorite mirrorless camera, but at this unbeatable price it makes more sense. View Deal

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Best Cyber Monday deals 2024: Streaming

• Hulu with ads: Only $0.99 a month for a 12-month subscription
• Paramount Plus: Go ad-free for two-months for just $2.99
• Max: Save 70% – now $2.99 per month
• Prime Video add-ons: Up to 77% off Paramount, Starz, AMC & more
• Sling TV: Save 50% on Sling's Orange & Blue plans
• DAZN: 50% off annual, monthly or flex subscriptions
• ESPN Plus: Sign up for 12-months for the price of just 9-months

Hulu with ads or ad-free plans: was $17.99 for one-month now $0 at Hulu
Like the bundle offers above, this introductory deal is not part of the Cyber Monday sales but it's a great way to try out Hulu. New and eligible returning customers can try out Hulu's on-demand plans with a 30-day Hulu free trial, which is four times longer than its usual 7-day free trial offer. Thereafter, you'll have to pay $7.99 a month for its with-ads plan, or $17.99 a month to cut out the commercials. A free trial has also returned for its Hulu with Live TV plan. New subscribers can try the cord cutting service for 3 days. Find out more about how to get a Hulu free trial in our guide.View Deal

Peacock 'Premium' plan: was $79.99 for 12-months now $19.99 at Peacock
This is what streaming deals are about: getting a new discounted subscription that will last you until next year's sales and this Peacock Cyber Monday offer does exactly that. The 75% saving is also available for a monthly subscription, but with more than 80,000 hours of content available, you'll definitely need more time to get through its big catalog and this way you'll also have an account for upcoming live sporting events. Use the code 'REALDEAL' at the checkout before the deal ends on December 2.View Deal

Hulu, Disney Plus and Max bundle: was $29.99 for three-months now $16.99 at Hulu
This offers gets you the all-new mega bundle, which includes Hulu, Disney Plus and Max subscriptions, for three-months for 43% off buying each service on its own. This isn't a Cyber Monday deal – it's just the regular bundle price – but it's good to know about. One thing to note is that this bundle offer only applies to each service's ad-supported plan so don't expect to find premium features as part of this bundle. But you do unlock access to the best Disney Plus movies, the best Disney Plus shows, the best Max shows and the best Max movies alongside great Hulu's great content library.View Deal

Disney Plus and Hulu annual ad-supported plan: was $10.99 per month now $2.99 at Hulu and Disney Plus
Both Disney Plus and Hulu's ad-supported plans are normally just under $11 dollars a month for a bundle, but you can now get them both for $2.99 a month, representing a saving of more than 72% on annual plan. Sadly, you'll have to watch commercials on both streaming services, but with a saving of over $200 on offer compared to if you bought both services separately, we suspect you'll think it's a price worth paying. Offer ends on December 3. View Deal

Paramount Plus add-on to Prime Video: was $15.98 for two-months now $5.98 at Amazon
With this limited time Cyber Monday offer, you can get two months of Paramount Plus as a subscription add-on for just $2.99 a month. That means you can sign up for the 30-day free Amazon Prime trial, which gives you access to Prime Video, and only spend an extra $2.99 to unlock access to one of the world's best streaming services for more than half the usual price. This offer ends on December 2 and is for the Paramount Plus 'Essential' plan, which means you'll have to put up with ads.View Deal

Max 'Ultimate ad-free' annual plan: was $251.88 now $209.99 at Max
With a choice of three plans (with ads, ad-free and ultimate ad-free), get gritty Warner Bros. movies and TV shows, as well as easy entertainment from Discovery's library of reality TV in one. Starting from $9.99 a month for its with ads plan, why not subscribe straight up for a whole year and save up to 16% across all three plans available. This isn't really a Cyber Monday deal, but it's an offer worth considering.View Deal

Starz Hulu-add on: was $10.99 a month now $0.99 per month at Hulu
Hulu's ad-supported price is normally just under $10 a month, but as part of its Cyber Monday offer, you can pick it up for a steal at $0.99 a month. Then, you can add 12 months' worth of Starz onto that for an additional $0.99 per month. Two premium streamers for $1.98 for six months? We consider that quite the bargain.View Deal

Starz subscription: was $32.97 for three-months now $9 at Starz
Want access to one of the best US network's originals and film library? Starz is offering a great discount that gets you 72% off a three-month subscription to stream hit series like Outlander, American Gods, Now Apocalypse and more. This is a limited time offer, but Starz hasn't said when it expires so make sure to be quick if you're interested. As a heads up: It's also a better saving than the 36% off monthly discount that it's also offering. View Deal

Starz add-on to Prime Video: was $21.98 for two-months now $5.50 at Amazon
If any of the following shows are on your watchlist – Sweetpea, Mary and George, Outlander or Serpent Queen – then this Amazon Cyber Monday deal is for you. Until December 2, you can save close to 75% off a two-month Starz subscription add-on when you sign up through Prime Video. That means you're only paying $2.75 a month for an extra subscription (your account will automatically renew to the full $10.99 a month price thereafter though, so make sure to keep an eye on when your subscription runs out).View Deal

ESPN Plus annual plan: was $119.99 now $99.99 at ESPN Plus
As the home of live sports and games for the likes of MLB, NFL and more as well as the network's studio shows, movies and documentaries, ESPN Plus offers a big library of on-demand entertainment, which you can subscribe to for 12 months for 16% off with this Cyber Monday deal. The offer is available for new and returning customers and expires on December 12. This deal is likely to be the last of its kind as Disney is launching a stand-alone ESPN flagship streaming service in 2025. At that point, you'll need to consider all your plans and prices once again.View Deal

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Hello and welcome to TechRadar's Cyber Monday live deals hunt. I'm Mackenzie Frazier, Senior Deals Editor here, and I'll be helping you to find the biggest savings on the best products as we move through Sunday and into Monday.

Bookmark this page and keep checking back regularly so you don't miss out!

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Walmart's Cyber Monday sale went live at 5 PM ET for Walmart Plus members and opens to everyone at 8 PM ET. If you want to snag a deal during early access, Walmart has an impressive 50% discount on a Walmart Plus membership, bringing the price from $98 to just $49 a year.

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Walmart Plus perks include free shipping with no order minimum, a free Paramount Plus subscription, plus discounts on gas, and early access to sales. Keep in mind this offer ends tomorrow, and you won't see a discount like this until the next big holiday sale.

Walmart Plus membership: was $98 now $49 at Walmart

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A Kindle e-reader is on my Christmas wish list, so I was thrilled to see Amazon's all-new Kindle discounted for Cyber Monday. While it was just released this month, Amazon has shaved $25 off the cost, bringing the price down to $84.99.

The 2024 Kindle is Amazon's lightest and most compact e-reader. It features a six-inch glare-free display and a six-week battery life.

All-new Amazon Kindle: was $109.99 now $84.99 at Amazon

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If you want to know what's caught my eye so far and is already proving popular with our readers, it's Hulu for $0.99 per month for a whole year. Seriously, we have had so many people going for this deal. That's a massive saving of almost $100 on your membership on one of the top streaming services.

Hulu with ads: Only $0.99 a month for a 12-month subscription

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The Bissell Little Green portable carpet cleaner is an appliance I already own and can't live without, thanks to my two little messy boys. Perfect for pet owners and parents, it can magically erase spills and stains on carpets, couches, auto interiors, and more.

While today's Cyber Monday deal isn't a record-low, it's the best deal we've seen this year, and I can't imagine you'll find a better price anytime soon.

Bissell Little Green portable carpet cleaner: was $123.59 now $81.49 at Amazon

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For gaming on a budget, there's not much out there that beats the Xbox Series S. Sure, it's a less powerful console compared to the beefy Xbox Series X, but it still plays all the same games in full HD and costs far less. That price difference is even bigger for Cyber Monday, too, now that the slimline console is down to under $250 at Walmart. Pair this with an Xbox Game Pass subscription, and you'll have access to loads of top Xbox games and indie gems for a great low price.

Xbox Series S: was $299.99 now $248 at Walmart

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I already own the third-generation Echo Dot and can't imagine life without it. The smart speaker plays music, answers any question I throw at it, and tells me the weather forecast – all I have to do is ask Alexa.

The compact Echo Pop is Amazon's latest smart speaker. It shares all the same features I love about the Echo Dot but in a more compact design. The best part? Amazon's Cyber Monday sale has included a free Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb for just $17.99 – a massive 66% discount.

Echo Pop + Amazon Basics Smart Color Bulb: was $39.99 now $17.99 at Amazon

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If you're looking for the cheapest Cyber Monday OLED TV deal, Best Buy has LG's excellent 48-inch B4 OLED TV on sale for $599.99 – an incredible price for an OLED display.

LG's B4 self-lit OLED pixels and Dolby Vision together enhance color and contrast beyond what the average backlit TV can do. Its built-in gaming features and 120Hz refresh rate make it an unbeatable deal for gamers looking for an upgrade.

LG 48-inch B4 OLED TV: was $1,499.99 now $599.99 at Best Buy

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Looking for the ultimate air fryer? This Gourmia model can do it all and then some, with 28 preset cooking functions, including air frying, baking, roasting, broiling, and dehydrating. The 14-quart air fryer includes two baskets, a rotisserie spit and rotisserie lift tool, and a large window so you can monitor your cooking.

Today's Cyber Monday deal brings it down to just $50, which is an excellent price for a feature-packed air fryer appliance.

Gourmia All-in-One 14-Quart Air Fryer: was $99 now $50 at Walmart

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I've been waiting for Cyber Monday to purchase a new pair of AirPods, so I was thrilled to see the AirPods Pro 2 down to a new record-low price at Amazon.

The AirPods Pro 2 are some of the best earbuds on the market thanks to excellent sound quality and superb noise cancellation. You won't find the earbuds at this price after Cyber Monday, so you should snag them now before it's too late.

Apple AirPods Pro 2: was $249 now $154 at Amazon

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Sticking with audio, but this time headphones rather than earbuds, here's a recommendation for some tech that I own. I'm wearing a pair of Bose QuietComfort Headphones as I type this.

They've been my long and essential companion for work, commuting and flying for a long time now. I love them for the excellent audio quality and impressive noise cancellation (the number of times I've missed deliveries wearing these is too many to count).

And now these excellent cans are down to a record-low price in the Best Buy Cyber Monday sale.

If you want to upgrade to the manufacturer's premium offering, you can also save $100 on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones. I haven't used these but they are near-perfect according to our review, with even better noise cancellation, a comfortable fit, a slick design and rich sound.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones: was $349 now $199 at Best Buy
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones: was $429 now $329 at Best Buy

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If you're on the hunt for a cheap and compact coffee maker, this Keurig deal is a must-see. Keurig's K-Express is just seven inches wide and compact, making it a great option for those working with a smaller kitchen space. The coffee maker can brew a cup in just minutes with different size options, from 6 to 12 ounces, using Keurig K-Cup pods.

Keurig K-Express coffee maker: was $89.99 now $59.99 at Amazon

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This is the best price you'll find on an Apple MacBook, and I'm shocked it's still in stock. Walmart is the only retailer that still has the M1 model for sale, and at just $599, it's an absolute steal.

While the MacBook Air M1 is an older model (released in 2021), the 13-inch laptop still packs Apple's powerful M1 chip, 256GB of storage, 8GB of RAM, and up to 18 hours of battery life.

Apple MacBook M1: was $699 now $599 at Walmart

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If someone were to ask me what my dream purchase from Amazon would be, it would be Samsung's stunning yet pricey QLED Frame TV. A gorgeous addition to any home, the TV can transform into a piece of artwork streamed from the Samsung Art Store.

Amazon's Cyber Monday sale has the 55-inch model down to $897.99, a record-low price that won't budge on Cyber Monday proper.

Samsung 55-inch QLED Frame TV: was $1,497.99 now $897.99 at Amazon

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I was gifted the Ninja Foodi at Christmas last year, and it's easily one of my favorite kitchen appliances. The 8-quart Foodi features a large dual-basket design that allows you to prepare multiple foods at once and six preset cooking programs for fast and easy meals.

Amazon's Cyber Monday deal brings the price down to $119.99, but you can also add an $18 coupon to take it to $101.99, a record-low price that beats Walmart's current offer.

Ninja DZ201 Foodi air fryer: was $199.99 now $101.99 at Amazon

Okay, so I just added another 14 deals to the list up above and had a check to make sure everything is still live and in stock. Seems good right now, so on we go!

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The Sony Alpha 7 IV is an outstanding hybrid camera that's currently siting at a record-low price in the Best Buy Cyber Monday sale. At $2,099, it's still a pricey buy but this is a deal that's on average $200 better than the usual sales price you see over big retail events.

The A7 IV melds a superb 33MP full-frame sensor with incredible autofocus and a handy vari-angle display. My colleague Tim Coleman, TechRadar's Cameras Editor, describes it as "one of the most complete mirrorless cameras available" and that's good enough for me.

Sony Alpha 7 IV mirrorless camera: was $2,499 now $2,099 at Best Buy

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Last Cyber Monday, I bought the Samsung S90C, which our pros here at TechRadar still believe to be one of the best TVs in the world right now. Sad news: that model has now been discontinued, and very little stock is available. Good news: the Samsung S90D is now available and is the successor to that TV – and it's now down to a record-low price.

Given the S90D shares many of the same features and qualities as the S90C, it really is a TV that does it all. It provides an excellent picture, brilliant gaming performance, and even decent built-in sound – though I was quick to add a soundbar to take advantage of Samsung's Symphony feature. If you're an avid movie watcher or gamer, this is going to make everything look fantastic.

Samsung S90D 65-inch 4K OLED TV: was $1,699.99 now $1,399.99 at Best Buy

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Gamers rejoice! Walmart has the PS5 Slim Digital Edition for $424, a record-low price.

With a disc drive, you can play physical games or the digital route with the standard PlayStation 5 Slim. You can also access any PS5-capable titles, plus select tiles for previous consoles. This way, you can play your Sony favorites and get the mighty DualSense Controller included in the box.

PS5 Slim Digital Edition: was $499.99 now $424 at Walmart

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This might be the best Cyber Monday TV deal I've spotted. The LG C4 is a successor to last year's LG C3 OLED, which TechRadar highly praised and is ranked in our best TV guide. Upgrades to the LG C4 include an improved picture experience with boosted brightness, a 144hz refresh rate, and LG's latest Alpha 9 AI chip.

Today's deal from Amazon brings the price of this 42-inch model down to $896.99 - that's a new record-low price and an incredible deal for an OLED display.

LG's 42-inch C4 OLED TV: was $1,499.99 now $896.99 at Amazon

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If you don't want to shell out for a pricey Dyson but still want a capable cordless vacuum, the highly rated Shark Pet Pro is a fantastic option, and it's on sale for just $118.

The Shark Pet Pro features a Powerfin Brushroll for deep cleaning carpets and hardwood floors, 40 hours of run time, and the ability to transform into a handheld vacuum. It's a great stick cordless vacuum, and it's on sale for a record-low price.

Shark Pet Pro Cordless Stick Vacuum: was $249.99 now $118 at Walmart

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In addition to the fancier OLED model, this standard Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle is also available in the Walmart Cyber Monday sale. If you aren't going to play much in handheld mode, then this is likely a smarter buy, as it's $50 cheaper than the OLED version and plays all the same games.

However, it's worth considering paying the extra $50 to get the newer OLED model as the screen is a significant improvement: it's larger, brighter, sharper, and offers better contrast. Plus, there's more storage as standard. It's a toss-up, but the value for money of this standard bundle is undeniable.

Nintendo Switch Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Bundle: was $299 now $249 at Walmart

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It's hard not to recommend Sony's excellent WH-1000XM5, which are some of the best over-ear headphones you can buy. The previous model was already outstanding, but the XM5 are even better. We generally recommend the XM4 instead, because the difference is not that great given the higher price, but today's Cyber Monday deal at Amazon makes it a harder decision, with a whopping 25% off the newer model. If you do want to go for the XM4 instead, they're a full $100 cheaper, also at Amazon. Tough choices await!

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones: was $399.99 now $298 at Amazon

Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones: was $399.99 now $198 at Amazon

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The popular Ninja Creami ice cream maker is on my Christmas wish list this year, and Walmart is offering a $50 discount, bringing the price down to an all-time low.

The Ninja Creami allows you to whip up your own ice cream, milkshakes, and sorbets with a touch of a button and add your favorite mix-ins and flavors.

Ninja Creami ice cream maker: was $199 now $149 at Walmart

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While we often talk about LG, Samsung, and Hisense TVs here at TechRadar, Sony is also out there making some excellent premium OLED displays. One option is this Sony Bravia 8 that's down to a record-low price in the Amazon Cyber Monday sale.

This OLED TV offers excellent performance for the price, whether that's streaming TV shows, enjoying 4K movies, watching sports or playing the latest games on PS5. One drawback is the slightly underwhelming brightness, but if it suits your space then you can expect superior picture quality with rich blacks and impressive in-built sound.

Sony Bravia 8 55-inch 4K OLED TV: was $1,799.99 now $1,398 at Amazon

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Meta only unveiled the more affordable Quest 3S virtual and mixed reality headset earlier in 2024, but it is getting a Cyber Monday promotion. While it's not a true discount, you'll enter code "QUEST100" at checkout to score a $100 digital credit at Amazon with the purchase. Also included in the box is a code for Batman: Arkham Shadow and a 3-month trial of Quest+.

Meta Quest 3S: $299 plus $100 credit at Amazon

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If you're like me and thinking about updating your home cinema setup, then this is the deal for you. Sonos makes some of the best soundbars on the market, and Walmart has the highly rated Sonos Arc on sale for $699 - a $200 discount and a record-low price.

The Sonos Arc is a phenomenal all-in-one soundbar that delivers punchy, powerful sound for music, superb virtual Dolby Atmos effects, and a dynamic and engaging sound for music.

Sonos Arc soundbar: was $899 now $699 at Walmart

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I've had a Surface Pro since the sixth iteration of the laptop/tablet hybrid, and I'd happily recommend it to anyone interested. It's a superb device that's equally as capable as a laptop or tablet, with the added convenience of a touchscreen for easier browsing and navigating apps.

The series has often had its struggles, but the latest Surface Pro 11 is easily one of the best iterations yet. This configuration has a powerful and efficient Snapdragon X Plus processor, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD - all for a record-low price of $899 at Best Buy.

Microsoft Surface Pro 11: was $1,199.99 now $899.99 at Best Buy

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I always include Crest's 3D Whitestrips in my favorite Cyber Monday deals, and it's one of my yearly purchases. They're expensive and rarely on sale, so Cyber Monday is the perfect opportunity to find them on sale. You get 48 whitening strips plus a bonus pair of one-hour express strips to have a whiter smile in no time.

Crest 3D Whitestrips Professional Effects: was $45.99 now $27.99 at Amazon

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Cheap big-screen TV deals are Walmart's Cyber Monday speciality. They are always the first offers to sell out, and Walmart typically has the best prices from popular budget brands.

In today's early sale, my favorite deal is this Hisense 58-inch 4K Roku TV for just $248 – an incredible price. The Hisense display packs DTS Studio Sound, Dolby Vision HDR and HDR10, and the Roku Roku experience for easy streaming.

Hisense 58-inch 4K Roku TV: was $298 now $248 at Walmart

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Handheld gaming PCs have been on the rise over the last few years since the Steam Deck provided a shot in the arm to the space. Rivals are now popping up all over the place and one of the best alternatives is the Asus ROG Ally, which is now $150 off at Best Buy

The Asus ROG Ally is a respectable Steam Deck competitor that delivers with its powerful AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme Processor. Its touchscreen display supports full HD up to 1080p resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. As for its memory, it effectively juggles tasks with 16GB of RAM and stores up to 512GB of games, apps, and more. Its lightweight build, cooling system, and other quality-of-life features also add to an otherwise solid package.

Asus ROG Ally: was $649.99 now $499.99 at Best Buy

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Whoa, did Best Buy just drop the best-value Cyber Monday TV deal? It's certainly come close with this price cut on a TCL F35 Series 55-inch 4K Fire TV that drops it to only $199.99. That's ridiculously cheap for a 4K TV of this size, saving $130 off the list price.

In addition, TCL is a good manufacturer of budget and mid-range displays, so you can expect solid picture quality and performance for general everyday viewing. Sure, it won't match up to premium OLEDs from the likes of LG and Samsung, but this is still a very solid TV for the price.

TCL F35 Series 55-inch 4K Fire TV: was $329.99 now $199.99 at Best Buy

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When people ask me to recommend them a pair of cheap but quality earbuds, the Sony WF-C700N are usually my go-to answer. Our five-star review here at TechRadar also hailed them as the best budget earbuds you can buy for the mix of sound quality, noise cancellation power and comfort.

I've seen them for a few bucks cheaper in the past but the difference from today's offer at Best Buy is fairly negligible. And you've always got the retailer's Price Match Guarantee if they do get cheaper over the coming weeks

Sony WF-C700N: was $119.99 now $79.99 at Best Buy

• Russia issues warnings to Japan over its military posture with the US
• Pro Russian groups subject Japan to a spate of DDoS attacks
• Attacks target critical infrastructure and government bodies

Pro-Russian threat actors have launched a series of coordinated DDoS attacks against Japanese organizations following Japan’s recent moves to strengthen its military alliance with the United States.

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks, which flood networks with traffic and disrupt operations, have become a go-to method for cybercriminals and hacktivist groups.

The attacks, which began in mid-October 2024, have targeted key sectors of Japan's economy and government, including logistics and manufacturing, as well as political entities.

Tensions between Japan and Russia escalate

The cyberattacks followed recent statements made by Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MID), which expressed concern over Japan's growing militarization. Russia highlighted Japan's increased defense budget and its involvement in joint military exercises with the United States as causes for alarm.

Additionally, Japan's development of pre-emptive strike capabilities and participation in ballistic missile defense research have contributed to rising tensions between the two nations.

On October 11, 2024, three days before the attacks, Russia reiterated its concerns. In response, two pro-Russian hacktivist groups, NoName057 and the Russian Cyber Army Team, launched a coordinated DDoS campaign aimed at disrupting Japanese organizations and infrastructure.

The cyberattack primarily focused on Japan's logistics and manufacturing sectors, with a particular emphasis on harbours and shipbuilding. This focus on infrastructure is consistent with previous campaigns carried out by NoName057, a group known for targeting critical sectors in geopolitical conflict zones.

In addition to industrial targets, the hacktivists also attacked Japanese governmental and political organizations. Notably, the political party of Japan’s newly elected prime minister was one of the high-profile targets, potentially as an attempt by the attackers to draw attention to their actions.

According to NETSCOUT, the attacks employed multiple direct-path DDoS attack vectors, with many originating from well-known nuisance networks, cloud hosting provider infrastructure, and virtual private networks (VPNs). The attackers also utilized the DDoSia botnet to amplify their attacks, thereby employing different configurations to maximize the impact.

While these attacks were disruptive, NETSCOUT notes that they have not significantly altered the overall threat landscape in Japan.

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• There's talk that the next Realme phone battery could hit 8,000mAh
• Most consumer phones offer around 4,000mAh or less
• It's unlikely the phone will be sold in the US, UK, or Australia though

As smartphone owners, we all want more battery life from our devices – and it looks as though Realme could raise the bar for flagship consumer phones with the introduction of a handset with an 8,000mAh capacity battery.

This is according to veteran tipster Digital Chat Station (via Notebookcheck), and it sounds as though several different capacities are being considered for an upcoming phone – possibly the Realme GT 8 Pro due sometime in 2025.

According to the leak, the phone could have a 7,000mAh, 7,500mAh, or 8,000mAh battery. There is a trade-off though: the higher the capacity, the lower the charging speed and the time it takes for the battery to fully charge up.

Apparently no final decision has been made – but if Realme were to go for the 8,000mAh option, we'd certainly welcome it. It would make a refreshing change to see a handset that didn't have to be charged every single night.

Batteries by the numbers

The iPhone 16 (Image credit: Future)

An 8,000mAh battery wouldn't be the biggest we've ever seen, because previous handsets have had batteries up to 22,000mAh in capacity. However, those phones are very chunky and not really practical as everyday smartphones.

If Realme does pick 8,000mAh for the capacity, it would be the biggest yet in a consumer phone that doesn't look like it's had a power bank glued to it. At the moment, a select number of handsets offer around 7,000mAh.

It would certainly beat the likes of the Apple iPhone 16 (3,561mAh) and the Samsung Galaxy S24 (4,000mAh) – though of course a lot of factors affect battery life, including chipset efficiency, so it's not all on the capacity of the battery.

Sadly, Realme doesn't sell its phones in the US, the UK, or Australia – focusing instead on markets like China and India. Let's hope that changes, or that Realme's advanced battery tech makes its way across the industry to other smartphone makers.

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• Micron 6550 Ion SSD comes in 30.72TB and 61.44TB capacities
• PCIe Gen5 G8 TLC NAND improves performance and efficiency
• Sequential read write speeds are over 12GBs and 5GBs respectively

Modern data centers require high-capacity, energy-efficient SSD storage solutions to support data-intensive applications like AI and machine learning.

Addressing these needs, Micron has introduced the 6550 Ion SSD, available in 30.72TB and 61.44TB capacities.

The 6550 Ion SSD, which Micron is positioning as the “world’s fastest, most energy-efficient 60TB data center SSD,” is available in various form factors, including E1.L and U.2, but it's the E3.S model which really shines, with its 61.44TB of TLC NAND.

Better performance than expected

Previously, in order to deliver a capacity of 61.44TB, manufacturers needed to use QLC NAND, but by making the switch to Gen5 interface G8 TLC NAND, Micron is able to offer faster write performance, endurance, and the thing that data centers are increasingly craving - energy efficiency.

StorageReview tested the new drive, and came away impressed, as reviewer Brian Beeler notes: “The Micron 6550 Ion offers massive performance and capacity benefits over the 6500 Ion, its predecessor. It adheres to PCIe Gen5 standards and incorporates future-proofing capabilities through OCP 2.5. Micron has prioritized security in the 6550 Ion, ensuring TAA and FIPS 140-3 L2 certifiability and a comprehensive security suite."

In terms of performance, Micron says the 6550 Ion delivers sequential read speeds of 12GB/s and write speeds of 5GB/s while maintaining a maximum power consumption of 20W. StorageReview's test recorded read speeds of 12.7GB/s and writes of 8.2GB/s, better than expected.

The review compared the 6550 Ion against the Solidigm P5336, the only 61.44TB SSD widely shipping today, and while acknowledging it wasn't an even match, said, "We noted many areas where the newer Gen5 interface on the Micron 6550 Ion excelled over the Gen4 interface in the P5336, which is expected. The difference between Gen4 vs. Gen5 drives relates to how much bandwidth each drive can push across the wire. The Gen4 PCIe interface with four lanes of connectivity is capable of around 7GB/s, while the newer Gen5 PCI interface doubles that with 14GB/s. Micron’s use of TLC NAND gives it another design advantage over QLC-based competitors."

Energy efficiency is another key selling point of the 6550 Ion. It uses up to 20% less power than competing SSDs and supports multiple operational power states. For example, Power State 1 (PS1) limits power usage to 20W, compared to the maximum 25W. It also consumes ≤5W when idle.

The 61.44TB capacity of the 6550 Ion is impressive, but it's set to be dwarfed when the PCIe Gen5 Phison Pascari D205V (offered in U.2 and E3.L formats) arrives in Q2 2025. As well as a 61.44TB model, there will also be one with double the capacity, 122.88TB, and it will be interesting to see how that compares in terms of performance.

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• Dropbox wants to address lost productivity from file searching with Dash for Business launch
• New tool allows for quick and efficient internal document and file searching
• Customizable settings allow for secure external collaboration

After research found workers can spend up to an hour a day searching for the right files or documents, costing millions in lost productivity, Dropbox has introduced Dash for Business - an AI tool designed to streamline information retrieval and organization.

Dash acts as a personalized search engine, giving users a centralized way to access content stored across multiple apps, such as Google Drive, OneDrive, Asana, and Notion.

Dash for Business leverages machine intelligence to refine search results, with its AI-powered search tool delivering real-time answers, summaries, and follow-up recommendations based on user queries. The tool can also suggests related questions and content links, helping users uncover relevant data they might not have initially sought.

Dash for Business launch

Dash also offers Stacks, which allows teams to create smart content collections organized by project, theme, or other categories. These collections can be easily shared and managed, with customizable permission settings for secure collaboration internally and externally.

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Dash also introduces advanced access permissions management, thanks to Dropbox’s recent acquisition of Nira technology, enabling administrators the ability to monitor, manage, and control access to data across various connected platforms from a single interface, helping maintain data security and compliance.

Dash’s self-hosted AI operates entirely within Dropbox’s trust boundary, ensuring customer data remains secure, private, and compliant with internal policies.

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• OnlyOffice updates online editor with new features and tools
• The software now allows for collaboration directly within PDF files
• Right-to-left languages are now also supported

OnlyOffice has released the latest version of its office software, introducing new features and improvements designed to optimize productivity, streamline user experience, and enhance document collaboration.

This new update comes with about 500 bug fixes and 30 new features, and also introduces co-editing capabilities, allowing multiple users to work simultaneously on the same PDF document.

The update improves file speeds, with documents now opening 21% faster while presentations open 17% quicker. Furthermore, the introduction of zero-downtime deployment allows administrators to update OnlyOffice editors without taking the system offline.

PDF collaboration and signatures for better teamwork

Among the new features, a default 'Strict' mode ensures paragraph-level locking, with changes saved only when the “Save” button is pressed. The opposite is also available for teams needing real-time collaboration, with the 'Fast' mode offering more dynamic editing.

Digital signatures have also been added, but users can only insert an image of their signature in the document. However, the company has promised in future releases it will extend the signature feature to be like those available in its desktop application.

Moreover, with access to version history, users can now restore removed content directly, minimizing the risk of accidental data loss. Users can also insert text from local files, URLs, or connected storage, making it more convenient to compile information within a document.

In response to user feedback, OnlyOffice has made the Comma-style button is accessible directly from the toolbar, making it faster to format numbers with separators.

Users can now highlight key points or make quick annotations during presentations with the new digital pen tool - though drawing is currently limited to a single color, it is set to become available in slide-show mode soon.

This update release also focuses on accessibility by improving support for right-to-left (RTL) languages. The spreadsheet editor now offers correct cell alignment for RTL text, making it more convenient for users working with languages such as Arabic and Hebrew. Moreover, the updated version enhances spell-checking across all supported languages and introduces a new search function for easier language selection within the editor.

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• New RPG hopes to tackle procrastination and improve productivity
• Deadline Savior provides a fun way to work through boring tasks
• Insights will be available into productivity spikes and task completion rates

Deadline Savior, a game produced by Cointinue Games, has introduced a new way to stay productive.

By using the Pomodoro Technique, a popular time management method, the game alternates focus periods with short breaks, encouraging players to maintain high concentration while completing tasks.

Each successful "Focus Session" powers the player’s in-game character to explore, battle monsters, and earn rewards. During "Rest Sessions," players can review their progress, upgrade equipment, and strategize for tougher challenges ahead.

A unique RPG experience with a purpose

(Image credit: Deadline Saviour)

Deadline Savior transforms completing tasks into an adventure, where your success in real life directly fuels your in-game journey.

The Steam store page highlights Deadline Savior’s familiar RPG elements, where players can select classes such as Paladin, Rogue, or Druid. The outcome of battles depends on carefully selected equipment and skills, requiring players to think strategically.

As characters level up, new abilities become available, adding depth and personalization to the gameplay. These classic fantasy mechanics ensure that the game remains engaging even during short play sessions, fitting into work routines.

Beyond entertainment, the game offers practical tools for task management. The store page states that Deadline Savior includes a multi-layered task list, tracking the total focus time for each task. Players can also review up to 30 days of productivity data, identifying patterns and bottlenecks in their workflow.

The game’s narrative reinforces this theme, casting players as heroes destined to defeat the villainous dragon "Procrastination" and reclaim the Goddess’s Hourglass—a clever metaphor for regaining control over time.

Deadline Savior is designed to reach a global audience, offering a variety of language options to ensure accessibility for players worldwide. The game supports full interface and audio localization in popular languages such as English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Thai, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Russian.

As for system requirements, this game is optimized to run smoothly on a wide range of PCs. It requires a minimum operating system of Windows 7 or above, with a 2.5 GHz or faster processor.

The game demands 4 GB of RAM and at least 1 GB of display memory to run, with DirectX Version 9.0 also needed for compatibility, making the game accessible to most players, even on older systems.

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• Bluesky is expanding its moderation team as the platform grows
• New verification and impersonation measures are coming
• Bluesky says it will have more to share on these features soon

Users have been arriving on Bluesky in droves – many moving over from Elon Musk's X (formerly Twitter) – but while an influx of new users will please the Bluesky team, it does come with its own set of problems, including verification and impersonation.

Now, Bluesky has said it will be stepping up its efforts to make sure accounts are being run by the people they say they are. The team is apparently "working behind the scenes" to get organizations and "high-profile individuals" verified, so no one gets duped.

Impersonation and verification becomes more of a problem the bigger a social network gets: if the President of the United States posts something, you want to be able to be sure it is the President, and not a teenager on the other side of the world.

Bluesky says "impersonation and handle-squatting accounts will be removed", and it's now quadrupling the size of its moderation team, to help weed out users who aren't who they say they are – and potentially scamming other users.

More to follow

Bluesky says it's committed to keeping users safe (Image credit: Future)

While parody, satire, and fan accounts are permitted on Bluesky, they must be labeled as such – in both the handle and the bio of the account. Identity churning (changing your identity to mislead other users) is not allowed, however.

Right now we don't know much about how the Bluesky verification process is going to work – whether verified users will get badges, for example, or the methods that will be used to verify them – but expect more updates in the near future.

The Bluesky team is asking for feedback on what might and might not work as far as verification goes. Right now you can partly verify yourself by attaching a custom domain name to your Bluesky account – but that's not something everyone will want to do.

"With more users joining Bluesky, we know how important it is to identify which accounts are real," explains the new Bluesky post. "Users deserve confidence that the accounts they interact with are authentic."

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• Deepfake detection tool available as Google Chrome browser extension
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• Hiya claims its service can detect issues with only one second of audio

One of the most concerning developments in AI technologies is the rise of deepfakes, highly realistic audio and video forgeries able to mislead audiences and disrupt businesses.

As deepfake tools become more accessible, the need for reliable ways to detect them grows, especially for professionals relying on accurate information to make critical decisions.

Hiya has introduced its Deepfake Voice Detector, a free extension for Google Chrome that quickly identifies manipulated audio and video content, providing results in seconds, making it easy for users to spot suspicious media.

The fight against deepfakes intensifies

By integrating AI-powered detection capabilities directly into the browser, Hiya claims its tool offers a practical solution for businesses, journalists, and individuals navigating an increasingly complex information landscape.

The Deepfake Voice Detector harnesses the power of AI to identify manipulated audio and video with up to 99% accuracy. The tool analyzes voice patterns within online content and provides results in just seconds, giving users a fast way to evaluate suspicious material, regardless of the audio channel or language.

With the ability to analyze as little as one second of audio, the tool provides real-time detection and multi-language support. Once analyzed, the extension offers an authenticity score ranging from 0 to 100, with 100 indicating a genuine voice and 0 signalling a deepfake.

This browser plugin is designed for use on social media or news platforms, allowing tools like the Deepfake Voice Detector to offer support to newsrooms and businesses seeking to validate content.

Several media and fact-checking organizations such as AFP Fact Check, RTVE.es, the Deepfake Analysis Unit, and TrueMedia.org already rely on Hiya’s solution, with Brad Smith, Microsoft’s vice chair and president, also recently praising the tool, calling it an excellent example of “using good AI to combat bad AI.”

“Deepfake scams can lead employees to share confidential company information or expose critical IT system passwords,” said Kush Parikh, President at Hiya. “The consequences of falling for these scams are immense, especially as vishing is increasingly used with deepfakes to extort or blackmail individuals."

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• Vay’s new rental cars are remotely delivered by teledrivers
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Next time you rent a car, it could be delivered by a driver sitting miles away. Vay, a car rental service, is trialing a technology in Las Vegas where its vehicles are ferried to customers by remote teledrivers – and the tech could be coming to Europe soon, too.

Using the Vay app, you can summon a vehicle to rent by the minute. Drop a pin and your car will arrive driverless, ready for you to use for as long as you need. The system isn’t reliant on self-driving technology, though: Vay’s fleet is operated from afar by a team of professional teledrivers. When you’re done, they can even park for you.

These trained operators sit at stations similar to racing simulators. They drive the vehicle remotely using a steering wheel, pedals and other controls which, according to Vay, have been “developed to meet automotive industry standards.”

Teledrivers watch a live video feed of the road on a bank of monitors, fed in real-time from camera sensors installed in the vehicle. Microphones on the car also relay traffic sounds and warning signals to the teledriver’s headphones.

According to Vay, the system is reliant on “multiple cellular networks combined with proprietary hardware on both telestation and the vehicle.”

Before getting behind the wheel of a real remote-control car, Vay’s drivers are put through its Teledrive Academy. Vay describes this as, “a rigorous program that prepares our drivers for public streets.”

Vay is also bullish about its safety standards. It called in TÜV Süd, an independent testing and certification body, to confirm that its remote-driving technology is indeed safe. As robust as its data relays are, there are also safeguards built in: in an emergency, the vehicle automatically comes to a safe stop. According to Vay, the teledrive system is “as safe as having someone in the driver’s seat".

It isn't the only company working on teledriving tech. The Estonian startup Elmo was recently given approval in its home country for its AI-powered autonomous braking system, which lets cars driver at higher speeds without a human driver. But not all of Vay's rivals are ready to ditch the human driver just yet...

Ghost rider

Vay’s ambition is to roll out driverless mobility services which combine the best bits of humans and machines, with the net benefit of reducing the number of cars in cities.

Going forward, it intends to incorporate more autonomous functions into the system, once they are safe and legal. For now, its trial fleet is operating in Las Vegas. But momentum from recent fund-raising and new partnerships with the likes of Belgian car-sharing platform Poppy mean similar trials in Europe are now on the horizon.

Vay isn’t the only firm trialing variations on the robotaxi concept. Alphabet subsidiary Waymo has been running its driverless taxis in Los Angeles, while Hyundai has been operating a highly autonomous version of the Ioniq 5 in partnership with Uber – albeit with a human driver behind the wheel as a backup.

Elon Musk also finally unveiled Tesla’s long-promised “Cybercab” in October, although very few details were revealed about the technology powering the vehicle. A recent job listing for a remote teleoperator indicates that Tesla could be following Vay’s lead with its robot taxis.

According to the listing, “Tesla AI’s Teleoperation team is charged with providing remote access to our robotaxis and humanoid robots. Our cars and robots operate autonomously in challenging environments. As we iterate on the AI that powers them, we need the ability to access and control them remotely.”

Unlike Vay, the job description suggests that Tesla’s remote driving system will rely on VR rather than video screens. “Our remote operators are transported into the device’s world using a state-of-the-art VR rig that allows them to remotely perform complex and intricate tasks.”

Time will tell when, where and whether at all Tesla rolls out its tele-operated taxis. For the time being, if you want to have a rental car delivered by a remote driver you’ll need to hit up Vay in Las Vegas. The app is available for iOS now. If you’re an Android user, you can join the waitlist.

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• The creators of Skeleton Crew say that Jude Law's Jod Na Nawood wasn't inspired by Han Solo
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The creators of Skeleton Crew have revealed the true inspiration for Jude Law's Jod Na Nawood in the forthcoming Star Wars series.

Speaking exclusively to TechRadar ahead of the show's two-episode premiere, Jon Watts and Christopher Ford discussed the main influence behind Law's enigmatic individual.

In the months leading up to Star Wars: Skeleton Crew's release, fans have theorized that Jod was heavily inspired by Star Wars stalwart Han Solo. Indeed, with Skeleton Crew's official trailer and various TV spots putting Jod's roguish charm and impulsive actions front and center, such a comparison doesn't seem so outlandish.

Jod Na Nawood will have viewers second-guessing themselves over his motives (Image credit: Lucasfilm/Disney Plus)

Watts and Ford, though, say this isn't the case. So, who's the chief inspiration behind Law's mysterious stranger? Considering the Disney Plus show is partly influenced by pirate movies and TV shows, did the pair create the character of Jod by looking at legendary, swashbuckling individuals like Blackbeard, Calico Jack, and Ned Low?

The kids are fresh, new, and naive, and we wanted Jod to immediately feel like he's been around this galaxy

Christopher Ford, Skeleton Crew co-creator

Not exactly. In fact, there's only one person that Watts and Ford had in mind when it came to inventing a new adult character for Lucasfilm's iconic sci-fi universe – and the answer is really, really obvious.

"It's funny, when we were writing it [Skeleton Crew], we would always say 'Nod is a Jude Law-like character,'" Watts explained. "It feels like he [Law] has already been in Star Wars for a long time, so we just reached out to him and put him in our show.

"He brings all of these layers of mystery and complexity [to Jod]," Watts continued "And it really feels like his character has been through a lot by the time he meets the kids [Wim, Fern, K.B, and Neel]."

Jod doesn't always see eye-to-eye with Skeleton Crew's young cast of characters (Image credit: Lucasfilm/Disney Plus)

"Yeah, we wanted them [the kids] to contrast [Jod]," Ford interjected. "The kids are fresh, new, and naive, and we wanted Jod to immediately feel like he's been around this galaxy. You know, maybe he's met some of the show's other characters before but, more that that, we wanted him to feel like a veteran who's been around the block a few times."

You won't have much longer to see when Jod and the show's young cast of characters cross paths, and how their personalities clash once they do. Indeed, the last of 2024's new Star Wars movies and TV shows will make its Disney Plus debut on December 2 (US) and December 3 (internationally). Be on the lookout for my Skeleton Crew review closer to the time, too. For now, read more of our Star Wars coverage below.

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• GFX sensors are about 70% bigger than full-frame rivals

The Fujifilm X100VI has been the undoubted camera hit of the year, but new rumors suggest the company could be cooking up something more audacious for 2025 – a 100MP medium format, fixed-lens compact camera.

In recent days, the reliable Fuji Rumors has posted a succession of leaks from "trusted sources" about a new Fujifilm GFX100RF camera. What's got photography fans chattering is that the rumors predict it'll combine a 100MP GFX sensor (that's around 70% bigger than full-frame) with a body that's "about the size of an X-Pro 3".

That would be a big deal. The X-Pro 3 is similar in size to the X100VI, a camera that's been sold out for much of the year thanks to its retro, film camera looks and smartphone-beating APS-C sensor. So the recipe for the GFX100RF appears to be a rangefinder-style compact camera with a huge sensor and a fixed GF35mm f/4 lens.

On paper, that's a combination that could see Fujifilm's new camera emerge as an alternative to ultra-premium compacts like the beautiful-but-bankrupting Leica Q3. That GF35mm f/4 lens would be about 28mm f/3.2 in full-frame terms, a versatile focal length for environmental portraits, travel and landscapes. By comparison, the X100VI's lens is like a 35mm f/2.8 on full-frame.

A couple of the spec rumors suggest the GFX100RF is going to be a far more specialist camera than the X100VI. There will apparently be no in-body image stabilization (IBIS), which would place some demands on its owner's handheld technique in lower light. That 100MP sensor would also create enormous files –our Fujifilm GFX100S II review found full-resolution files were around 200MB each.

In short: the GFX100RF rumors

– Fujifilm GFX100RF
– similar size to X-Pro 3
– 100MP GFX sensor
– GF35mm f/4 lens
– No in-body stabilization
– March 2025 launch

But these rumors also suggest that Fujifilm wants the GFX100RF to hit new price lows for a medium format camera. In many ways, it sounds like a spiritual successor to the GFX50S II, which landed in 2022 for $3,999 / £3,499 / AU$6,499 (body-only).

It's a bit early for price predictions, but if Fujifilm could hit that kind of price ballpark for its new camera, it could garner X100VI-style hype, if not quite the same level of demand. Fuji Rumors is predicting an arrival in March 2025, so we can expect to see more detailed leaks in the next few months.

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The Fujifilm GFX100RF sounds like a smart move for Fujifilm and an exciting one for photographers (if not their bank managers). Fujifilm has done a lot to popularize digital medium format cameras, but its GFX series has lacked a fixed-lens star like the X100VI – the GFX100RF could be that camera.

What is medium format?

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Medium format comes from the film days and originally described cameras that used 120 film. Now it describes digital cameras that offer a roughly equivalent sensor size. Fujifilm's GFX sensors are smaller than traditional medium format, but are about 1.7x bigger than full-frame. The benefits are dynamic range and, with a 100MP sensor, huge cropping potential.

It'd certainly be a more niche affair, not least because of the price tag. And despite its rumored dimensions, it wouldn't be a walkaround all-rounder like the X100VI – we'd expect it to excel at portraits, architecture and landscapes (despite that tight-ish focal length), with fast-moving scenes still likely too much for its autofocus and burst speeds. Think the ultimate hiking camera, rather than a street star.

But its fixed lens (for smaller overall dimensions) and 28mm equivalent focal length could make it a highly tempting alternative to the Leica Q series. The Leica Q3 is an incredible little full-frame camera, but costs $5,995 / £5,300 / AU$9,790. If Fujifilm could significantly undercut that, it could have a new cult favorite on its hands.

There are a few gaps in the GFX100RF's specs that we need to learn about before hailing it as a sure-fire winner. Like the Leica Q3, will its lens have optical image stabilization (OIS) to compensate for the lack in-body stabilization? That seems nigh-on essential. And how good will that fixed, f/4 lens be? It certainly isn't bright, so its sharpness needs to flawless to pull out the benefits of that 100MP sensor. Hopefully, the camera will also have weather-sealing.

Those doubts aside, the GFX100RF is promising prospect. Yes, a Fujifilm X-Pro 4 (which we hope it's also working on) would be far more affordable and the more sensible choice for most. But a GFX camera that's similar in size to the X-Pro series would be a real statement – and, in theory, could continue Fuji's recent hot streak into 2025.

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Samsung’s Galaxy S phones almost always excel for photographic performance, with the company’s top models often ranking among the best camera phones. So if you’re into smartphone photography, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series could be worth getting excited about.

We probably won’t know for sure what camera hardware these phones have until January, with leaks suggesting these phones could be unveiled on January 22. But other leaks have revealed many of the possible camera specs.

Below then, we’ve detailed the likely camera specs for the Samsung Galaxy S25, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, along with some information on what cameras the rumored Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim might have.

Our predictions below are primarily based on leaks, coupled with some educated guesses to fill in the gaps.

Samsung Galaxy 25 rumored cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S24 (Image credit: Future | Roland Moore-Colyer)

We’ve heard very little about the cameras on the Samsung Galaxy S25 so far, but often when a key detail doesn’t get leaked much it’s because it’s not changing from the previous generation, and that’s exactly what TechManiacs claims.

Or at least, the site says the megapixel counts of the sensors will remain the same, but notes that improvements will come to the ISP (image signal processor) through the new chipset – rumored to be a Snapdragon 8 Elite – and that there could be other hardware improvements.

It doesn’t say what those other hardware improvements will be, but it’s possible then that the Samsung Galaxy S25 could get some new lenses or sensors, just with the same number of megapixels.

In any case, we’d take this leak with a pinch of salt, but for now it’s all we have to go on. So our best prediction for the Samsung Galaxy S25’s cameras is that they’ll be similar to those on the Samsung Galaxy S24, meaning a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultra-wide, a 10MP telephoto (with 3x optical zoom), and a 12MP front-facing camera.

In the chart above you can see more detailed information on these cameras, though again, there’s no guarantee the Galaxy S25 will have exactly this.

Samsung Galaxy 25 Plus rumored cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus (Image credit: Future | Alex Walker-Todd)

It’s exactly the same story with the Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus, which is to say the only camera leak so far (linked above) suggests the cameras will have the same number of megapixels as in the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus.

That doesn’t guarantee that it will use exactly the same sensors and lenses, but if there were big changes planned, we’d think they would have leaked by now.

So for now we’re predicting a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultra-wide, a 10MP telephoto (with 3x optical zoom), and a 12MP front-facing camera, just like the Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus.

We also predict that whatever the case, its camera hardware will be the same as the standard Samsung Galaxy S25’s, since the base and Plus models typically have the same cameras.

Samsung Galaxy 25 Ultra rumored cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (Image credit: Future / Lance Ulanoff)

While the base and Plus models might not be in for any camera upgrades, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is rumored to be getting some camera improvements.

Multiple sources have suggested that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have a new 50MP ultra-wide camera, up from 12MP on the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. However, these leakers claim the other sensors won’t be changing. That would mean you’re also getting a 200MP primary sensor, a 50MP 5x telephoto camera, a 10MP 3x telephoto, and a 12MP front-facing camera.

One early leak from @BennettBuhner did suggest it could have more upgrades, including a larger, near 1-inch 200MP primary sensor, a 50MP 3x – 5x variable zoom camera, and a 50MP 10x zoom camera, as well as the more widely rumored 50MP ultra-wide. However, since no one else has echoed this claim and the source doesn’t have much of a track record, we’re skeptical of that.

So for now, our best guess is that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra will have broadly the same cameras as the S24 Ultra, just with a new 50MP ultra-wide.

Samsung Galaxy 25 Slim rumored cameras

The Samsung Galaxy S24 (Image credit: Future | Roland Moore-Colyer)

There’s a chance a Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim could land alongside the rest of the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, and while we don’t know much about it yet, we have heard that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Slim could have an "Ultra" camera, perhaps meaning the 200MP one from the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

The same source more recently said that the Galaxy S25 Slim would have a “stronger” camera than the base Galaxy S25, though since they haven’t detailed exactly what specs the camera might have, it’s hard to know quite what to expect.

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• CyCognito report shows the risks posed by supply chain vulnerabilities
• Third-party products are putting businesses at risk with undetected vulnerabilities
• Web servers, cryptographic protocols, and web interfaces suffer the most

Critical vulnerabilities often go unnoticed in many digital systems, exposing businesses to significant security risks, new research has claimed.

With organizations increasingly reliant on third-party software and complex supply chains, cyber threats are no longer confined to internal assets alone, as many of the most dangerous vulnerabilities come from external sources.

The 2024 State of External Exposure Management Report from CyCognito provides an analysis of the risks organizations face today, particularly around web servers, cryptographic protocols, and PII-handling web interfaces.

Supply chain risk remains a growing concern

Third-party vendors play a crucial role in the operations of many companies, providing essential hardware and software. However, their involvement may introduce significant risks, particularly concerning misconfigurations and vulnerabilities in the entire supply chain.

Many of the most severe vulnerabilities like MOVEit Transfer flaw, Apache Log4J, and Polyfill were revealed to have links to third-party software.

Web servers are consistently among the most vulnerable assets in an organization’s IT infrastructure. CyCognito’s findings reveal web server environments account for one in three (34%) of all severe issues across surveyed assets. Platforms such as Apache, NGINX, Microsoft IIS, and Google Web Server are at the center of these concerns, hosting more severe issues than 54 other environments combined.

Beyond web servers, vulnerabilities in cryptographic protocols like TLS (Transport Layer Security) and HTTPS are also driving concern. The report indicates that 15% of all severe issues on the attack surface affect platforms using TLS or HTTPS protocols. Web applications that lack proper encryption are especially at risk, ranking #2 on the OWASP Top 10 list of security risks.

CyCognito's report also hightlighted the insufficiency of Web Application Firewall (WAF) protections, especially for web interfaces handling personally identifiable information (PII).

The report shows only half of surveyed web interfaces that process PII were protected by a WAF, leaving sensitive information vulnerable to attacks. Even more concerning is the fact that 60% of the interfaces that expose PII also lack WAF protection.

Unfortunately, outdated approaches to vulnerability management often leaves assets exposed, amplifying the risks. Organizations must adopt a more proactive and comprehensive approach to managing external exposures.

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Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers.

Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today, NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about Quordle today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

Quordle today (game #1042) - hint #1 - Vowels How many different vowels are in Quordle today?

• The number of different vowels in Quordle today is 4*.

* Note that by vowel we mean the five standard vowels (A, E, I, O, U), not Y (which is sometimes counted as a vowel too).

Quordle today (game #1042) - hint #2 - repeated letters Do any of today's Quordle answers contain repeated letters?

• The number of Quordle answers containing a repeated letter today is 1.

Quordle today (game #1042) - hint #3 - uncommon letters Do the letters Q, Z, X or J appear in Quordle today?

• No. None of Q, Z, X or J appear among today's Quordle answers.

Quordle today (game #1042) - hint #4 - starting letters (1) Do any of today's Quordle puzzles start with the same letter?

• The number of today's Quordle answers starting with the same letter is 0.

If you just want to know the answers at this stage, simply scroll down. If you're not ready yet then here's one more clue to make things a lot easier:

Quordle today (game #1042) - hint #5 - starting letters (2) What letters do today's Quordle answers start with?

• N

• C

• S

• M

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

Quordle today (game #1042) - the answers

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The answers to today's Quordle, game #1042, are…

• NAIVE
• CIRCA
• STEAD
• MICRO

This was a relatively standard Quordle without any particularly awkward words, but for some reason I struggled to solve it all the same. I completed it, sure – and with two guesses to go. But that had more to do with luck, after my set start words gave me all five letters for one answer and four for the other three.

Despite that, it took me an inordinately long time to work out what MICRO was, and NAIVE was similarly confusing to my tired brain.

How did you do today? Send me an email and let me know.

Daily Sequence today (game #1042) - the answers

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The answers to today's Quordle Daily Sequence, game #1042, are…

• INBOX
• STEIN
• CLASH
• KOALA

Quordle answers: The past 20

• Quordle #1041, Saturday 30 November: MAMMA, SNUCK, CRYPT, TAROT
• Quordle #1040, Friday 29 November: JOIST, DROOL, DUSKY, GLIDE
• Quordle #1039, Thursday 28 November: GRADE, WORRY, NOISE, DAISY
• Quordle #1038, Wednesday 27 November: HEART, ROGUE, INEPT, UTILE
• Quordle #1037, Tuesday 26 November: PRIED, FAINT, HURRY, WOOER
• Quordle #1036, Monday 25 November: NUDGE, SNOOP, SHACK, DRYLY
• Quordle #1035, Sunday 24 November: CLOTH, CLAMP, PETTY, CHEST
• Quordle #1034, Saturday 23 November: AVOID, PLANT, FILET, TWIRL
• Quordle #1033, Friday 22 November: CUTIE, ALOOF, ETUDE, SILLY
• Quordle #1032, Thursday 21 November: RABBI, EAGER, COUGH, BRASH
• Quordle #1031, Wednesday 20 November: MINTY, TOPAZ, BRUSH, LAPEL
• Quordle #1030, Tuesday 19 November: NINJA, PENCE, PAINT, FOIST
• Quordle #1029, Monday 18 November: ASCOT, BRINK, WEIRD, HOMER
• Quordle #1028, Sunday 17 November: STATE, BRAWN, SWORE, URBAN
• Quordle #1027, Saturday 16 November: NOTCH, BENCH, BUSED, FOUND
• Quordle #1026, Friday 15 November: PURER, TRUSS, TORCH, FORUM
• Quordle #1025, Thursday 14 November: EXALT, TASTE, CRONY, CLOUT
• Quordle #1024, Wednesday 13 November: YEARN, ELBOW, SURGE, PINEY
• Quordle #1023, Tuesday 12 November: CHORD, ATTIC, OLIVE, EIGHT
• Quordle #1022, Monday 11 November: COPSE, REGAL, GRUNT, GOODY

Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues.

What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers, Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Connections today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

NYT Connections today (game #539) - today's words

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Today's NYT Connections words are…

• SOLO
• JERSEY
• WILLY
• WONKA
• YORK
• HAVEN
• KINDER
• BIRD
• PADS
• CHARMS
• PORT
• HELMET
• RETREAT
• FALLIN'
• CLEATS
• SHELTER

NYT Connections today (game #539) - hint #1 - group hints

What are some clues for today's NYT Connections groups?

• Yellow: Somewhere safe
• Green: Locker room kit
• Blue: Sweet treats
• Purple: [not costing anything] blank

Need more clues?

We're firmly in spoiler territory now, but read on if you want to know what the four theme answers are for today's NYT Connections puzzles…

NYT Connections today (game #539) - hint #2 - group answers

What are the answers for today's NYT Connections groups?

• YELLOW: SANCTUARY
• GREEN FOOTBALL GEAR
• BLUE: CANDY NAMES
• PURPLE: “FREE ___”

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

NYT Connections today (game #539) - the answers

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The answers to today's Connections, game #539, are…

• YELLOW: SANCTUARY HAVEN, PORT, RETREAT, SHELTER
• GREEN FOOTBALL GEAR CLEATS, HELMET, JERSEY, PADS
• BLUE: CANDY NAMES CHARMS, KINDER, WONKA, YORK
• PURPLE: “FREE ___” BIRD, FALLIN’, SOLO, WILLY

• My rating: Hard
• My score: 2 mistakes

It's now a part of my Connections routine that I look for anything related to one of three sports: football of the American variety, baseball, or occasionally basketball. Playing to the crowd there, NYT, well done. Anyway, predictable though it is, it did give me a way into this game once I'd already solved the very easy yellow group, SANCTUARY.

The football group was simply FOOTBALL GEAR, with CLEATS, HELMET, JERSEY, PADS, which left me with eight more to choose from and place in two collections. But what were they? Well, I only needed one of course, which was just as well given that I would never have got one of them.

The one I didn't get was blue – CANDY NAMES, because I've not heard of any of them other than KINDER (which is available outside of the US). WONKA was familiar, obviously, but I thought it was only fictional. The other two… not a clue.

The one I did get was “FREE ___”, mainly because FREE WILLY was one of the few connections I could make with that word, and I then realized that FREE BIRD and FREE FALLIN' also worked. I wasn't sure about SOLO, but it sounded familiar and it turns out it was a 2018 film that I haven't watched but that I have heard of. Tough going today, but I got there eventually.

How did you do today? Send me an email and let me know.

Yesterday's NYT Connections answers (Saturday, 30 November, game #538)

• YELLOW: DANCE STYLES JAZZ, MODERN, SWING, TAP
• GREEN: STEAL LIFT, PALM, POCKET, SWIPE
• BLUE: PERFORM WELL ON ACE, CRUSH, NAIL, ROCK
• PURPLE: ___BALL PITCHES CURVE, FAST, KNUCKLE, SCREW

What is NYT Connections?

NYT Connections is one of several increasingly popular word games made by the New York Times. It challenges you to find groups of four items that share something in common, and each group has a different difficulty level: green is easy, yellow a little harder, blue often quite tough and purple usually very difficult.

On the plus side, you don't technically need to solve the final one, as you'll be able to answer that one by a process of elimination. What's more, you can make up to four mistakes, which gives you a little bit of breathing room.

It's a little more involved than something like Wordle, however, and there are plenty of opportunities for the game to trip you up with tricks. For instance, watch out for homophones and other word games that could disguise the answers.

It's playable for free via the NYT Games site on desktop or mobile.