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These deals on Blink doorbells and cameras will help you thwart porch pirates this spring
Amazon
Springtime is here, and the warmer temperatures can bring out the audaciousness in porch pirates. Some folks just aren’t averse to strolling around and yanking packages right from your doorstep. Your friends and family might even decide to drop in unnoticed a little more often –- and miss you when you’re out and about. No matter the scenario, now is a great time to invest in a video doorbell or security camera.
Right now, Amazon has up to 40% off a selection of Blink home security deals on everything you need to help keep your home, family and items safe. Blink, an Amazon brand, offers indoor and outdoor cameras as well as video doorbells so you can keep a watchful eye over your home. They’re great for day or night, too. They all offer high-quality night vision, a live video feed, and motion alerts that you can access right from your smartphone.
All of these Blink products are currently on sale at Amazon for up to 40% off. It’s a great time to invest in your home security, especially if you just brought home new furniture, a new TV, or other items to refresh your home as part of your spring cleaning routine.
Blink video doorbell and outside camera bundle: $104 (35% off)
Amazon
The Blink video doorbell is a great option to help protect your home (and your packages) by using your smartphone. It can even be used in tandem with other easy-to-install home security cameras from Blink for additional coverage.
This bundle deal serves up the bestselling Blink video doorbell and one Blink outdoor video camera for comprehensive coverage outside your home. This way, you don’t have to choose between security for inside or out and are covered either way, no matter what goes bump in the night.
Even if you leave home, you can keep tabs on what’s going on while out and about. Plus, you can answer your door regardless of where you are, be instantly alerted if the doorbell picks up any motion near your door, and even communicate with people via the app’s two-way comms system.
Need to save footage? You’ll get 1080p resolution recordings with both the doorbell camera and a separate outdoor camera, so nothing will go unseen if you need to be extra vigilant.
Blink Mini (set of three): $70 (12% off)
Amazon
The Blink Mini is a compact version of the Blink camera, and it’s small but quite mighty.
Unlike the larger battery-powered versions, the Mini needs to be plugged in, but that doesn’t mean it skimps on functionality. You’ll still be able to view your surroundings with live video as well as two-way audio and night vision.
The Mini can also chime and provide alerts from the Blink video doorbell if you have one. That makes it a great companion option to go with your main camera setup or if you have larger areas in your home that needs satellite cameras.
Right now, you can get this set of three Blink Mini cameras for 12% off, which makes them just $70.
Blink Outdoor with floodlight: $78 (40% off)
Amazon
Want to keep an eye on everything that goes bump in the night? The Blink Outdoor with floodlight can illuminate it all and them some.
It includes all of the features of the standard Blink Outdoor camera, with an added 700-lumen floodlight. The light is motion-triggered to help the camera see anyone or anything that is moving around your home or yard at night. It can also be turned on by voice command using a paired Amazon Alexa device.
You can snag one of these incredibly bright outdoor cameras for just $78 right now, or 40% off its normal price.
Blink Outdoor (4th generation) 5-camera bundle: $228 (43% off)
Amazon
Secure your home with this set of five Blink Outdoor cameras at a significant discount.
The Blink Outdoor is a water-resistant security camera designed to monitor the outside of your home. It features two-way audio, motion detection and a live video stream. It’s also battery-operated and has a two-year battery life, so you don’t have to worry about finding somewhere to power each camera.
You can get all five cameras right now for $228, or 43% off their usual price. If you have a large home and need additional coverage for every nook and cranny of your property, this is an excellent deal.
Blink whole home bundle: $137 (27% off)
Amazon
Secure a bundle with everything you need to keep a watchful eye over your home: the Blink video doorbell, Outdoor 4, Mini, and Sync Module 2.
Set up the Blink video doorbell to interact with whoever is at your door, and set up the Outdoor 4 to catch everything that happens beyond your front porch. You can set up a satellite camera view with the Mini, and use the Sync Module 2 to control everything from one central hub.
This bundle is available right now for $137, which is 27% off its normal price. If you’re not sure which devices to buy, start with this package for whole-home protection and you’ll be doing just fine.
Blink video doorbell and Sync Module 2: $49 (30% off)
Amazon
Don’t need anything complicated? Get a wireless Blink video doorbell bundled with a Sync Module 2 and you’ll be set to see anything that happens outside your door, night or day.
See who’s at your door (and answer if you want to) anytime using your smartphone with this crystal clear, battery-powered camera. It offers custom alerts, a variety of privacy settings, and other convenient options.
Plus, the Sync Module 2 connects to your Wi-Fi network to handle your doorbell’s activity (and up to 10 if you have them). That means you can save clips from your doorbell without needing an additional subscription — and handle multiple devices if you need to.
You can get this bundle right now for just $49, or 30% off its normal price.
Brittany Vincent
These deals on Blink doorbells and cameras will help you thwart porch pirates this spring
Amazon
Springtime is here, and the warmer temperatures can bring out the audaciousness in porch pirates. Some folks just aren’t averse to strolling around and yanking packages right from your doorstep. Your friends and family might even decide to drop in unnoticed a little more often –- and miss you when you’re out and about. No matter the scenario, now is a great time to invest in a video doorbell or security camera.
Right now, Amazon has up to 40% off a selection of Blink home security deals on everything you need to help keep your home, family and items safe. Blink, an Amazon brand, offers indoor and outdoor cameras as well as video doorbells so you can keep a watchful eye over your home. They’re great for day or night, too. They all offer high-quality night vision, a live video feed, and motion alerts that you can access right from your smartphone.
All of these Blink products are currently on sale at Amazon for up to 40% off. It’s a great time to invest in your home security, especially if you just brought home new furniture, a new TV, or other items to refresh your home as part of your spring cleaning routine.
Blink video doorbell and outside camera bundle: $104 (35% off)
Amazon
The Blink video doorbell is a great option to help protect your home (and your packages) by using your smartphone. It can even be used in tandem with other easy-to-install home security cameras from Blink for additional coverage.
This bundle deal serves up the bestselling Blink video doorbell and one Blink outdoor video camera for comprehensive coverage outside your home. This way, you don’t have to choose between security for inside or out and are covered either way, no matter what goes bump in the night.
Even if you leave home, you can keep tabs on what’s going on while out and about. Plus, you can answer your door regardless of where you are, be instantly alerted if the doorbell picks up any motion near your door, and even communicate with people via the app’s two-way comms system.
Need to save footage? You’ll get 1080p resolution recordings with both the doorbell camera and a separate outdoor camera, so nothing will go unseen if you need to be extra vigilant.
Blink Mini (set of three): $70 (12% off)
Amazon
The Blink Mini is a compact version of the Blink camera, and it’s small but quite mighty.
Unlike the larger battery-powered versions, the Mini needs to be plugged in, but that doesn’t mean it skimps on functionality. You’ll still be able to view your surroundings with live video as well as two-way audio and night vision.
The Mini can also chime and provide alerts from the Blink video doorbell if you have one. That makes it a great companion option to go with your main camera setup or if you have larger areas in your home that needs satellite cameras.
Right now, you can get this set of three Blink Mini cameras for 12% off, which makes them just $70.
Blink Outdoor with floodlight: $78 (40% off)
Amazon
Want to keep an eye on everything that goes bump in the night? The Blink Outdoor with floodlight can illuminate it all and them some.
It includes all of the features of the standard Blink Outdoor camera, with an added 700-lumen floodlight. The light is motion-triggered to help the camera see anyone or anything that is moving around your home or yard at night. It can also be turned on by voice command using a paired Amazon Alexa device.
You can snag one of these incredibly bright outdoor cameras for just $78 right now, or 40% off its normal price.
Blink Outdoor (4th generation) 5-camera bundle: $228 (43% off)
Amazon
Secure your home with this set of five Blink Outdoor cameras at a significant discount.
The Blink Outdoor is a water-resistant security camera designed to monitor the outside of your home. It features two-way audio, motion detection and a live video stream. It’s also battery-operated and has a two-year battery life, so you don’t have to worry about finding somewhere to power each camera.
You can get all five cameras right now for $228, or 43% off their usual price. If you have a large home and need additional coverage for every nook and cranny of your property, this is an excellent deal.
Blink whole home bundle: $137 (27% off)
Amazon
Secure a bundle with everything you need to keep a watchful eye over your home: the Blink video doorbell, Outdoor 4, Mini, and Sync Module 2.
Set up the Blink video doorbell to interact with whoever is at your door, and set up the Outdoor 4 to catch everything that happens beyond your front porch. You can set up a satellite camera view with the Mini, and use the Sync Module 2 to control everything from one central hub.
This bundle is available right now for $137, which is 27% off its normal price. If you’re not sure which devices to buy, start with this package for whole-home protection and you’ll be doing just fine.
Blink video doorbell and Sync Module 2: $49 (30% off)
Amazon
Don’t need anything complicated? Get a wireless Blink video doorbell bundled with a Sync Module 2 and you’ll be set to see anything that happens outside your door, night or day.
See who’s at your door (and answer if you want to) anytime using your smartphone with this crystal clear, battery-powered camera. It offers custom alerts, a variety of privacy settings, and other convenient options.
Plus, the Sync Module 2 connects to your Wi-Fi network to handle your doorbell’s activity (and up to 10 if you have them). That means you can save clips from your doorbell without needing an additional subscription — and handle multiple devices if you need to.
You can get this bundle right now for just $49, or 30% off its normal price.
Brittany Vincent
Trump’s deals to sell Bibles, sneakers and perfume are unprecedented for a presidential candidate, experts say
Sneakers. Perfume. Trading cards. Bibles.
Those are just some of the products Donald Trump is hawking while he runs to unseat President Joe Biden.
They join a sprawling catalog of Trump-branded merchandise, ranging from steaks to scented candles, that the businessman-turned-president has licensed over the years.
But as his campaign coffers dwindle and his fortune comes under threat, Trump — who has never completely severed his political career from his financial one — is now actively intertwining his business ventures with his White House bid.
“There is no precedent for this level” of business activity during a presidential campaign, Harvard Law School Professor Lawrence Lessig told CNBC, though “the trend has been building for many years.”
Brendan Fischer, deputy executive director of money-in-politics watchdog Documented, agreed.
“I can’t think of any other modern example of a presidential candidate hawking an array of goods for their private benefit,” Fischer said.
For an average candidate, that activity might trigger a campaign finance investigation — but it likely won’t for Trump, who has been selling branded goods long before he entered politics, according to Fischer.
“Trump is a unique case,” he said.
That uniqueness was on full display Tuesday, as Trump unveiled his latest promotion: a $60 Bible that includes copies of the nation’s founding documents, along with lyrics from country star Lee Greenwood’s hit song, “God Bless the U.S.A.”
The song by Greenwood, who is partnering with Trump to endorse the high-priced holy book, is a regular needle drop at the presumptive Republican nominee’s campaign rallies.
Trump made the campaign connection even more explicit in a video announcing the promotion, warning that Americans’ rights are under threat and declaring, “we’re gonna get it turned around.” He also invoked his campaign slogan, “Make America Great Again,” multiple times.
It is unclear how much money Trump is making off the Bible — he is receiving royalties from its sales, a person familiar with the arrangement told The New York Times — but whatever he gets will be effectively going into his pocket.
The website for the Bibles says it has no link to Trump’s campaign. It instead uses Trump’s name, likeness and image under paid license from a company called CIC Ventures LLC.
Trump’s 2023 financial disclosure calls him the “Manager, President, Secretary, & Treasurer” of CIC Ventures, and lists his revocable trust as the sole owner of the company. Trump has made more than $5 million in speaking engagements through the company, the disclosure shows. Florida business records show CIC’s address is the same as Trump’s golf club in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Lessig noted that Trump’s business moves do not appear to be violating campaign ethics or financial rules.
“I don’t think there’s any ethical problem with it at all — so long as the proper reporting requirements are complied with,” the professor said.
“There may well be a strategic or brand problem with it, but that’s the same as with any political speech,” he added.
A Trump campaign spokesman did not immediately respond to CNBC’s request for comment.
Trump’s Biblical endorsement came during Holy Week, the run-up to Easter and a sacred time for Christians. It also came less than six weeks after Trump traveled to a sneaker convention in Philadelphia to launch his own line of tennis shoes.
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Today is your last chance to get these kitchen deals at the Amazon Big Spring Sale
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Amazon’s Big Spring Sale is wrapping up today. That means this is your last chance to shop the especially good kitchen organization and cookware deals available for spring.
Being a food writer with years of experience writing about cookware, I was so excited to peruse the pages and pages of deals available. Below is my roundup of the best kitchen deals from Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, including a couple of products that I own and love. But hurry: These deals end at midnight tonight.
Zojirushi NS-TSC10 Micom rice cooker, 5.5 cups: Save 14%
Amazon
If you don’t have a rice cooker yet, you’re doing rice cooking all wrong. Zojirushi’s rice cookers are considered the creme de la creme in the rice cooking world. I think this model is one of the best rice cookers on the market for its variety of cooking options, the ability to program the cooker to make rice at a later time and the ability to customize the sound the machine makes when it alerts you that your rice is done. (People have called Zojirushi rice cookers “singing rice makers.”)
Rice cooking options include white/sushi, quick cooking, mixed, sweet (also commonly referred to as sticky rice) and brown rice. I like that this machine can make sushi and quick-cooking rice, which isn’t as common in rice cookers that are at a similar or higher price point. There’s also a steam setting to keep your rice warm and, believe it or not, a cake-cooking option.
Save 14% on this top-of-the-line rice cooker at Amazon’s Big Spring Sale.
Lodge 10.25-inch cast iron skillet: Save 42%
Lodge
Ask any chef and home cook and they’ll tell you the best way to cook a steak is with a cast iron skillet. And the brand that makes the best? Lodge. Lodge has been making cast iron cookware since the 1800s. This on-sale cast iron skillet is roomy, pre-seasoned with vegetable oil and can handle up to 500 degrees of heat. It can also be put in the oven, on a grill, on a stovetop, including induction. What’s more, cast iron skillets are so durable that, when taken care of, can last a lifetime.
The Lodge cast iron skillet has a 4.5-star rating out of nearly 85,000 ratings on Amazon. One reviewer wrote, “Been using it for over a year and [it’s] still as good as the day I bought it.”
Another verified customer said: “Cooked the best steak of my life on this thing. I will be purchasing more cast iron in the future.”
Fullstar six-in-one vegetable chopper: Save 51%
Amazon
This vegetable chopper has gone viral on TikTok time and time again for good reason: it saves loads of time when it comes to ingredient prep. I should know, because I’ve had this for two years and it has changed my life.
Having this convenient tool to do all of my chopping for me has saved me around an hour when cooking my meals. The vegetable chopper comes with five interchangeable blades, including one for dicing, chopping, slicing, grating and julienning. You also get a spiralizer, tools for cleaning the blades and a protective glove.
And I’m not the only one who loves the Fullstar veggie chopper. The product has a 4.6-star rating on Amazon. One reviewer wrote, “Love this chopper and how quickly I can get a big bowl of pico de gallo done or almost any kind of veggie for anything. It’s sturdy enough for onion halves or carrots and the slide out container is great!”
Be sure to apply the $3-off coupon at Amazon to get the best price.
Vtopmart airtight food storage containers, 24-pack: Save 37%
Amazon
These dry food containers are great for organizing your pantry. The set size is quite generous; you get a whopping 24 food storage containers of varying sizes. I did the math, and with the 37% discount, you’re paying $1.40 for each container. That’s an absolute steal.
Sizes include 12 tall containers (six that are 2.5 quarts and six that are 1.8 quarts), six medium containers (1.5 quarts) and six small containers (0.7 quarts). In addition to the fantastic price, I also like that the set comes with chalk labels and that the corresponding lids are the same size. Make sure to add the available $3 coupon to get the biggest discount.
The Vtopmart airtight food storage containers have a 4.7-star rating on Amazon. One reviewer wrote, “My daughter first purchased these for me for Christmas and I loved them so much I ordered more. They come with plenty of labels and a chalk pen to write on the labels. The seals on the container lids are easy to use and it keeps the food fresh.”
Wildone mixing bowls, set of five: Save 40%
Amazon
Every home cook needs a great set of mixing bowls, and I think this five-pack from Wildone will serve you well. The set includes five bowls for mixing, including 0.63, 1.5, 2, 3 and 5 quarts. They are made of stainless steel, the best material for mixing bowls — stainless steel is practically indestructible and can last a lifetime.
These Wildone mixing bowls feature measurement marks, silicone bottoms to prevent slipping and airtight lids for storage. The biggest lid has a removable center that can accommodate the included fine grating, thin slicing and thicker shredding attachments.
The Wildone mixing bowls have a 4.7-star rating on Amazon. One reviewer wrote, “We have never really had mixing bowls until we got these a few months ago. They have made food prep, cleaning and storing so much easier. We often make things, pop the lid on and store them in the fridge just like that. I also love the attachment options to grate and slice straight into the bowl, helps cut down on dishes for sure!”
Make sure to add the available $8 Amazon coupon to get the best discount.
Cuisinart supreme grind automatic burr mill: Save 25%
Amazon
I’ve owned this Cuisinart coffee grinder for a couple of years now and it’s worth the extra expense and counter space it takes up. There are an impressive 18 grind options available and you can grind between four to 18 cups of coffee in one sitting. It also boasts a burr grinder, which is known for producing more consistent, uniform grounds compared to a blade (blades are commonly used to break up coffee in coffee grinders).
Reviewers have good things to say about the Cuisinart supreme grind automatic burr mill’s performance. The product has a 4.3-star rating on Amazon. One reviewer wrote, “I use the finest setting and get the BEST brew and lovely crema from my Breville espresso machine. Love this grinder.”
Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus 24-ounce food processor: Save 25%
Williams-Sonoma
The blade on this little food processor is very sharp and has remained so for the years that I owned it. I’ve never had a problem with food not getting chopped or ground as it should. I’ve chopped veggies, made hummus and whipped cheese spreads. I’ve even used it to puree soups, although that took a few batches to complete. (That’s why I eventually upgraded to the bigger Cuisinart nine-cup food processor, which is on sale for 17% off on Amazon.)
The plastic bowl and blade are both dishwasher-safe. The fact that the quality of each didn’t significantly lessen after years of getting cleaned in the dishwasher is impressive. For those who don’t know, blades dull when put in the dishwasher, which is why it’s recommended to always hand wash your knives. And plastic does worse. Considering this, as well as its consistent performance, the Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus 24-ounce food processor’s value is pretty impressive for the price.
I’m not the only one who is a fan of the Mini-Prep. The product is the bestselling food processor on Amazon, boasting a 4.6-star rating. One reviewer called it a “kitchen must-have”, adding: “This is a great little appliance that saves so much time and does such a good job. It takes up very little room in your cabinet and is so easy to clean. Makes the job of chopping onions, vegetables, nuts, etc. so simple and fast. After buying one for myself, I bought one for my daughter.”
Vtopmart clear plastic drawer organizers: Save 43%
Amazon
Just about everyone has that one drawer in their kitchen. You know the one — the junk drawer filled with rubber bands, old keys, playing cards, random tools and other miscellanea. With so much unrelated stuff being stored in one place, it’s likely a drawer that requires a lot of digging through to find what you want.
Get all that that junk organized with this 25-piece drawer organizer set by Vtopmart. You get small storage bins in varied sizes to keep everything separate: There are three 9″ x 6″ x 2″ containers, six 9″ x 3″ x 2″ containers, eight 6″ x 3″ x 2″ containers and eight 3″ x 3″ x 2″ containers. A pack of 200 silicone pads is included to make these tiny trays non-slip.
Regularly $27, get them now for $15 after coupon at Amazon.
These spring smartphone deals can save you up to $550
Google, Samsung
Now that spring is here, you’ll probably be spending more time out and about, so you’ll want one of the best smartphones of 2024 to help you stay in touch with friends and family. The best smartphones can help with navigation and give you full access to the internet for web surfing, online shopping, managing social media and banking on the go. Plus, they’re great gaming devices, productivity tools, fitness gadgets — even mini-entertainment systems.
Whether you’re looking to snag one of the latest Google Pixel 8 smartphones, an Android smartphone from a different company (like one of the Samsung Galaxy smartphones), or you want to get your hands on a new Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, right now there are some great deals to be found. Our in-house team of consumer technology shopping experts have curated this roundup of smartphone deals for spring. Some are from the Amazon Big Spring Sale that’s going on right now.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE: $550 ($50 off) and up to $1,000 in trade-in credit
Samsung
Head over to Samsung’s website and get $50 off the regular price of the popular Galaxy S23 FE (128GB) smartphone, but when you activate it with T-Mobile and trade in your old phone, you can get up to $1,000 back (over 24 monthly bill credits).
Available in six colors, the S23 FE runs using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor and comes configured with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. The main rear-facing camera offers 50MP resolution with up to 30x zoom.
Meanwhile, on the front of this Android phone, there’s a 6.4-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x Infinity-O touchscreen displayed with a maximum brightness of 1,500 nits and a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. This phone is a good option if you don’t need or want to pay for the power of Samsung’s top-of-the-line Galaxy S24 Ultra.
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (512GB): $1,200 ($550 off)
Samsung
Depending on where you buy Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphone, you can get up to $550 off the regular price, plus receive additional instant trade-in credit for your old phone.
Right now, Walmart has the 512GB version of the phone on sale for $1,200 (but only in a few colors), while Amazon has it on sale for $1,270 (11% off) in a wider range of color options. These prices are if you purchase the unlocked phone outright, without a trade in.
If you want to trade in an old phone, head over to Samsung’s website. Here, you’ll find the 512GB version of the phone listed for $1,420, but you could get up to $1000 in instant trade-in credit and when you activate it with AT&T (via the Samsung website).
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is among the most feature-packed and powerful Android phones currently available. It runs using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy processor and has a beautiful 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display (with a 2,600 nits maximum brightness and 120Hz refresh rate). The main rear-facing camera offers 200MP resolution.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5: Get up to $1,000 instant trade-in credit
Samsung
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5 is one of the most popular Android phones on the market right now. People absolutely love it’s folding capabilities. It easily fits in a pocket and many features can be used via the outside display (without having to open the phone).
When unfolded, however, the Flip 5 provides access to a stunning 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x Infinity Flex display with a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate and a maximum brightness of 1,600 nits. This Android phone is loaded with handy features and comes in eight color options.
Shop for the Galaxy Z Flip 5 from Samsung’s website and enjoy up to $600 in instant trade-in credit if you purchase the unlocked phone outright. If you activate the phone with AT&T (through Samsung’s website), you could receive up to $1,000 in trade in (via 24 monthly bill credits).
Additional savings is offered through the Samsung Offers Program if you’re a teacher, student, government employee, first responder, active military or a veteran.
Motorola Moto G 5G (2023): $170 (32% off)
Amazon
No, you don’t need to spend thousands on a 2023 Android phone. In fact, you can get an entry-level phone from Motorola for just $170 when you take advantage of this special price available during the Amazon Big Spring Sale.
Right now, you can get 32% off certain colors of this phone, which includes 4GB RAM, 128GB of internal storage and a 48MP main rear-facing camera. Keep in mind, this phone only supports 5G connectivity in the USA on certain carriers, like T-Mobile or Verizon. With other popular U.S. carriers, only 4G LTE connectivity is available.
The Moto G phone offers a 6.5-inch LCD touchscreen display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Its built in speakers offer Dolby Atmos support and the 5,000mAh battery will last an entire day.
Lively Jitterbug Phone Smart 3: $50 (67% off)
Amazon
If you only need basic smartphone functionality, the Lively Jitterbug Smart3 phone is now on sale for just $50. The catch: You have to activate the phone with the company’s own cellular service plan.
This phone uses older tech and supports 4G LTE, not 5G connectivity. But it’s designed to be easy to view and hear. It offers a 6.2-inch touchscreen. One of the phone’s key features is its 24/7 urgent-response button.
Other core features include a built-in camera for video calling, basic texting functions, and an integrated web browser. The phone can also be used for navigation, managing email and more.
Motorola Edge (2023): $340 (42% off)
Amazon
During Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, you can save 42% on this Motorola Edge smartphone and buy it outright for just $340. This is an Android phone that offers 5G connectivity. It comes with 8GB of RAM, 256GB of internal storage and a 6.6-inch touchscreen display. The refresh rate is a lightning-quick 144Hz. The phone is also waterproof (IP68 rated).
This 2023 Motorola Edge comes unlocked, so you can activate it with the provider of your choice. It’s decently powered, thanks to the MediaTek 7030 processor. The main, rear-facing camera offers 50MP resolution.
Perhaps the most intriguing feature of this phone is that a 10-minute quick charge will provide an entire day’s worth of power. Even at full price, this phone offers an incredible value, but at 42% off, the deal is too good to pass up.
OnePlus 12R: $400 ($100 off with any trade-in)
OnePlus
The brand new OnePlus 12R phone, which is a scaled-down version of the company’s OnePlus 12 smartphone is yours $100 discount if you head over to the OnePlus website and have any phone — in any condition — to trade in.
Get the 128GB version of the phone for just $400 and choose between the iron gray or cool blue housing color. And if you’re a student, OnePlus will give you an additional 10% discount.
The OnePlus 12 and 12R are among the few smartphones that already support the new Wi-Fi 7 protocol. The phone is also equipped with a 50MP main, rear-facing camera. It runs using OxygenOS 14, which is almost fully compatible with Android 14.
You’ll enjoy the 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s powered using the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and Adreno 740 GPU.
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (512GB): $1,200 ($100 off with AT&T activation)
Best Buy
For Apple fans ready to upgrade to the latest iPhone 15 Pro Max, we suggest visiting the Best Buy website, where you can snag the phone for $100 off. And with AT&T or Verizon activation, you could be eligible for up to a $1,000 trade-in credit.
You’ll see a range of financing offers through Best Buy, AT&T and Verizon, so you could wind up paying as little as $33.34 per month for 36 months.
At the moment, the iPhone 15 Pro Max represents Apple’s flagship phone. Among its numerous features: a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display and durable titanium housing. It runs using Apple’s A17 Pro processor and has an impressively powerful camera system. Battery life is up to 23 hours per charge.
Google Pixel 8 Pro (128GB): $750 (save $250)
Best Buy
For a limited time, Best Buy is offering Google’s top-of-the-line Pixel 8 Pro smartphone for $250 off (for the 128GB version), which brings the price down to just $750 when you purchase the unlocked phone outright.
The Pixel 8 Pro was our pick for best Android phone for power users in our coverage of the best smartphones of 2024 and our pick for best Google smartphone in our recently published roundup of the best Android smartphones for 2024.
Google has done an excellent job marrying its Android system with a powerful smartphone in ways competitors can’t match — especially when it comes to photos, videos and customizing the phone.
Google has also taken a bunch of steps to protect user privacy and enhance online security. The Google One VPN is integrated into the OS for added online security when using Wi-Fi hotspots, plus, you get features like malware blocking and phishing protection. Battery life of the Pixel 8 Pro is up to 24 hours, or 72 hours in “extreme battery saver” mode.
This Pixel 8 Pro phone has a 6.7-inch touchscreen display and is powered using Google’s own Tensor G3 processor and Titan M2 security chip.
Samsung Galaxy S24+ (512GB): $970 (13% off)
Amazon
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra smartphone is the company’s highest-end and most powerful phone, but you can also buy a slightly scaled-down and less expensive version, called the Galaxy S24+. For a limited time, Amazon has dropped the price of this popular Android phone by 13%, so you can purchase it outright for just $970. Tthe configuration includes 512GB of storage.
The S24+ comes in your choice of eight colors and runs Android 14. It’s powered using the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy processor and has a really nice 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x QHD+ display.
In addition to all-day battery life and a feature-packed camera system, the S24+ offers a handful of new Android features, like Circle to Search and real-time language translations during phone calls.
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Best Labor Day 2023 coffee and espresso maker deals
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It’s never too early for coffee and espresso maker deals.
Labor Day 2023 is just around the corner, and the internet is already filled with coffee maker and espresso makers on sale now. Your morning cup of Joe will taste even sweeter with the knowledge that you got the best coffee maker deal possible — and we’re not just talking drip coffee. These top-rated kitchen appliances can help you craft barista-quality espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, Americanos, hot chocolate and so much more.
The experts at CBS Essentials have rounded up the best coffee and espresso maker Labor Day discounts that we could find. These customer-loved kitchen devices all have a four-star rating or better and receive tons of positive reviews from coffee drinkers like you.
Top products in this article:
Nespresso Pixie Espresso Machine, $175 (regularly $229)
Keurig K-Mini coffee maker, $60 (regularly $100)
Keurig K-Cafe Smart, $179 (regularly $250)
Keurig K-Mini coffee maker
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This mini coffee device is a great option for small spaces.
The 5-inch-wide Keurig coffee maker lets you brew up to 12 ounces of coffee, hot chocolate, tea and more. It offers an energy-efficient feature that automatically turns off the coffee maker 90 seconds after you’ve brewed your cup.
“I wanted something small to fit in a specific counter space and this Keurig k-mini was just that. It goes perfect with my decor and it fits just as well,” wrote one reviewer.
Keurig K-Mini coffee maker, $60 (regularly $100)
Instant Dual Pod Plus coffee maker
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CBS Essentials readers have bought more of this coffee maker than any other coffee and espresso maker on our site. This versatile kitchen gadget is a must-have for any coffee drinker. It’s compatible with K-Cup pods, Nespresso capsules and any ground coffee you like, when used with the included reusable pod. Brew up to 12 ounces of coffee and up to 6 ounces of espresso at a time.
The Instant Dual Pod Plus has many positive reviews on Amazon, including this one:
“I am in love with this product. I raved about it so much my husband told me I had to write a review,” wrote a verified Amazon buyer. “The frother is easy to use, set up, clean, does hot and cold, is quick and so versatile. I have been frothing every beverage in my house (least it seems that way).”
Instant Dual Pod Plus, $150 (regularly $200)
Nespresso Pixie Espresso Machine
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This slim Nespresso machine won’t take up precious counter space. “I LOVE how much space this saves on my countertops,” said CBS Essentials editorial director Leslie Gornstein. “It’s amazingly easy to use and very easy to maintain.” The Nespresso device features a high pressure pump and perfect heat control.
This purchase includes a welcome set with 16 Nespresso capsules containing individual aromas. But if you haven’t found your favorite flavor yet, don’t worry.
“Nespresso is constantly putting out new and interesting coffee flavors, including iced-latte pods for warmer seasons and — my favorite — Hawaiian Kona, so there’s always something fun to try if you’re a Nespresso owner,” said Gornstein.
Nespresso Pixie Espresso Machine, $175 (regularly $229)
Mr. Coffee iced and hot coffee maker
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Say goodbye to watery iced coffee. This Mr. Coffee coffee maker includes an integrated measuring system that makes it easy to brew the perfect ratio of coffee to ice.
[The coffee maker is] easy to use, easy to clean and a nice compact size,” shared one Amazon reviewer. Iced coffee is perfect! I customize my drinks exactly as I like. This purchase will pay for itself VERY quickly by not spending five plus dollars at Starbucks or Dunkin.”
Mr. Coffee iced and hot coffee maker, $42 (reduced from $60)
L’Or Barista System coffee and espresso machine
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Save 30% on a L’Or Barista System coffee and espresso maker at Amazon now. The 4.2-star-rated coffee and espresso maker offers six cup sizes and detects the selected L’Or coffee or espresso capsule and adjusts brew volume accordingly.
The on-sale machine is compatible with L’Or single-serve coffee and espresso capsules as well as Nespresso Original coffee machine capsules.
L’Or Barista System coffee and espresso machine, $129 (regularly $189)
Keurig K-Cafe Smart
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If you’re looking to refresh your kitchen (and your morning routine) for spring, then check out this great Keurig deal from Amazon. The Keurig K-Cafe Smart promises to help you create more than 70 coffeehouse drinks at home using coffee pods. This model looks like a standard Keurig but has an attached milk frother and more brewing options.
The Keurig K-Cafe Smart connects to the Keurig app. You can schedule a brew in advance, brew remotely and more. The coffeemaker’s BrewID tech, meanwhile, selects the ideal settings for whichever K-Cup you choose to use.
Or you can skip the app. The brewer has five temperature and six strength settings — the most customization Keurig has ever offered in a coffeemaker. And the milk frother has three temperature settings. The lowest is ideal for making iced drinks, while the highest promises to froth oat and almond milks.
This Keurig can create a highly-concentrated shot of coffee to mimic the profile of espresso. (There are espresso K-Cups available for purchase that you can use for the “shot” function, too.) The “shot” function is ideal for creating lattes, macchiatos and more espresso-driven drinks. There’s an iced coffee button, too, which brews at a lower temperature and flow rate.
Keurig K-Cafe Smart, $179 (regularly $250)
Keurig K-Elite coffee maker
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The Keurig K-Elite coffee maker makes a single cup of coffee at a time but features a 75-ounce water reservoir so you can make cups of coffee for everyone in your family.
The 4.7-star-rated device features a strong brew button, an iced coffee setting and hot water on demand, perfect for making tea and hot chocolate on cool spring nights.
Keurig K-Elite coffee maker, $148 (regularly $190)
Keurig K-Duo coffee maker with carafe brewing
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Make a cup of coffee for yourself or make a whole bunch of coffee for the house. This K-Duo coffee maker lets you brew both. The carafe can brew up to 12 cups of coffee.
Want to wake up to the smell of coffee? You can even program the Keurig K-Duo coffee maker to automatically brew a carafe up to 24 hours in advance.
Keurig K-Duo coffee maker, $98 (reduced from $190)
Instant Solo single-serve coffee maker
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This Amazon customer-loved Instant Pot coffee maker boasts great reviews. “It has a very simple and straight forward design, it’s easy to clean, and the cord isn’t annoyingly short,” wrote an Amazon user. “It has a slim profile so it doesn’t take up a lot of space on the kitchen counter. The water reservoir is an ample size and is on the back of the unit, not on the side. (Which is one reason that I chose this coffee maker.) This coffee maker makes a great cup of coffee in a minuscule amount of time! Truly! It’s super quick!”
This 4.2-star-rated coffee maker can make K-cup pods and your own grounds in the included reusable pod with handle. Choose from multiple brew sizes with 8, 10 or 12-ounce cups. The 40-ounce reservoir means you can refill less frequently and the removable drip tray lets you fill up to a seven-inch tall travel mug.
Instant Solo single-serve coffee maker, $60 (regularly $120)
De’Longhi espresso machine
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This 4.3-star-rated De’Longhi Espresso Machine makes shots of espresso with 15 bars of pressure. It features an advanced cappuccino system with a hot milk or cappuccino selector to mix and steam milk for evenly textured drinks. Other features include a double layer drip tray, removable water tank and stainless-steel accents.
“I love this so much,” wrote an Amazon customer who purchased the espresso machine. “It’s so easy to use and makes coffee so quickly. It was affordable compared to most espresso makers and the quality is amazing.”
De’Longhi espresso machine, $150 (regularly $208)
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64 oz Plastic Pitcher by Hydros, $22 (regularly $32)
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Adhesive Phone Stand & Wallet by Moft, $15 (regularly $20)
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Best back-to-school tablet deals: Save on Apple iPads, Samsung Galaxy tablets and more
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If you’re in the market for a new tablet for the upcoming school year, you won’t want to miss the latest deals on tablets at Amazon. Right now, you can snag some crazy good back-to-school deals on Apple iPad, Amazon Fire tablets and Samsung Galaxy tablets.
Tablets are a great portable option for students. They can use them to read, access textbooks, take notes and even complete assignments (when paired with a Bluetooth keyboard). However, the best tablets of 2023 can get a bit pricey for parents and students. That’s why we’ve rounded up the best back-to-school tablet deals to help you find the right device for the best price.
Best back-to-school deals on Apple iPads
The Apple iPad is CBS Essentials readers’ most popular tablet. Pick one up for the new school year while they’re on sale.
Apple iPad 10: $413
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The latest edition in Apple’s classic iPad lineup is the iPad 10th generation. This 10.9-inch tablet features a Liquid Retina display with Apple’s True Tone technology. It has Apple’s A14 Bionic chip, an upgrade from the iPad 9’s A13 chip. The iPad 10 is compatible with Wi-Fi 6 and 5G internet for fast performance. It also offers all-day battery life, so that you can easily take it to school without having to worry about plugging it in mid-day.
The new iPad 10 comes in four vibrant colors: yellow, pink, blue and silver. You can also choose between 5G cellular and WiFi-only models.
Apple iPad 10, $400 (reduced from $449)
Apple iPad 9: $279
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The 10.2-inch iPad 9, released in 2021, is the most affordable of Apple’s iPad offerings. It offers a 8 MP wide-angle back camera, and a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle front camera. It boasts stereo speakers, too. This iPad is powered by a A13 Bionic chip. It boasts up to 10 hours of battery life, and is compatible with the Apple Pencil ($99) for drawing or note-taking.
Available in two colors; prices vary.
Apple iPad 9 (64 GB) (silver), $270 (reduced from $329)
Apple iPad 9 (256GB) (silver), $399 (reduced from $479)
Want to protect your new tablet investment? Get the 64 GB Apple iPad 9 bundled with a two-year subscription to Apple’s protection plan, Apple Care+. That bundle’s on sale on Amazon, too.
Apple iPad 9 (64 GB) (silver) bundled with Apple Care+, $339 (reduced from $398)
Apple iPad Air 5: $500
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Introduced in 2022, the 10.9-inch Apple iPad Air 5 is the latest in the lightweight iPad Air line. The iPad Air 5 offers performance up to 60% faster than the prior model, thanks to Apple’s turbo-charged M1 chip. The device boasts a 12 MP wide-angle back camera that supports 4K video. It also offers touch ID, and Apple’s Liquid Retina display.
Available in five colors.
Apple iPad Air 5 (64 GB), $500 (reduced from $599)
The 256 GB iPad Air 5 is also available in five colors; prices vary. The best deal we saw was for the space gray model (pictured) with Wi-Fi-only connectivity.
Apple iPad Air 5 (256 GB) (space gray), $650 (reduced from $749)
Apple iPad Pro 5 (12.9-inch): $1,049
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Apple’s high-end tablet, the iPad Pro, features an 12.9-inch Liquid Retina XDR display, a pro camera system and a Thunderbolt port for lightning-speed data transfers. Looking for a traditional laptop experience? It’s compatible with Apple’s Magic Keyboard.
Available in two colors; prices vary. The sale prices listed below are for the space gray iPad Pro with Wi-Fi-only connectivity.
Apple iPad Pro 5 (12.9 inch) (space gray), $1,049 (reduced from $1,100)
Apple iPad Mini 6: $400
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The iPad Mini 6 is a compact tablet with an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina display screen. Released in 2021, the Apple tablet is powered by an A15 Bionic chip. It features a 12 MP wide-angle back camera, and a 12 MP ultra-wide-angle front camera. It boasts landscape stereo speakers. Available in four colors.
Note that the Apple iPad Mini is not compatible with Apple’s external Magic Keyboard. It can, however, be used with other Bluetooth-enabled external keyboards.
The Apple iPad Mini retails for $499 on Apple’s website, but Amazon currently has it marked down to $400.
Apple iPad Mini (64 GB), $400 (reduced from $499)
Best back-to-school deals on Samsung tablets
Amazon has Samsung tablets on sale now too. Right now, you can score a new Android tablet for as low as $200, or get a free memory upgrade on Samsung’s newest tablet, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S9.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9: $799 (pre-order)
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The brand new Samsung Galaxy Tab S9, powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, features an 11-inch AMOLED screen, 8 GB of RAM (upgradable to 12 GB) and 128 GB of storage (a free upgrade to 256 GB is currently available). An S Pen is included.
We like that this Android tablet is very well protected: It’s designed with an Armor Aluminum frame, and rated IP68 for dust- and water-resistance.
This new Samsung tablet is releasing August 11, just in time for back to school. Pre-order on Amazon now and you’ll save $120 over list price, plus get a free upgrade from 128GB storage to 256GB.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 (256GB), $799 (reduced from $920)
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8: $197
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The Galaxy Tab A8 offers a 10.5-inch LCD display, 32 GB of storage and fast-charging capabilities. This already-affordable Android tablet is 14% off on Amazon right now.
Samsung Galaxy Tab A8, $197 (reduced from $230)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (128 GB): $621
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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 is a portable 2-in-1 device with PC and tablet functionality. It features Microsoft 365 integration for a better PC experience.
Right now, you can save on this powerful and versatile tablet on Amazon.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 (128 GB), $621 (reduced from $700)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE: $474
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The Samsung Tab S7 FE features a large 12.4-inch screen, dual speakers, a lightning fast processor for streaming and 64 GB of storage. (A 256 GB version is also available.) You can even link this tablet with your Samsung Galaxy phone and make phone calls from the tablet.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE (64 GB), $474 (regularly $680)
Best Amazon Fire tablets for back-to-school
Amazon Fire tablets are an excellent, affordable option if you want an Android tablet. Amazon released a number of new fire tablets in late 2022, and they offer great features. These tablets are an excellent choice for budget shoppers looking for a great tablet at a low price.
Amazon Fire HD 10
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One of the best Amazon Fire tablets is the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet. The tablet offers a 10.1-inch HD display, 32 GB of storage and a 12-hour battery life.
This is one of the best tablets for multi-tasking thanks to the devices split-screen feature. The split-screen function allows you to have two apps open at once so you can simultaneously stream shows, answer emails, check your Outlook Calendar and more.
Like all Amazon Fire products, you have a choice between ad-supported and ad-free models. The ad-supported models are less expensive, and feature advertisements on the tablet’s lock screen. The ad-free models don’t have these lock screen ads, but cost $15 more.
Amazon Fire HD 10 (32 GB, with ads), $120 (reduced from $150)
Amazon Fire HD 10 (ad-free, 32 GB), $135 (reduced from $165)
Amazon Fire HD 8
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The new Fire HD 8 tablet (2022) offers 30% faster performance over the prior model, the Amazon Fire 7. The tablet features a lightweight yet durable design with an 8-inch HD screen. It also provides enhanced battery life with 13 hours of watch time on a single charge.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 is available in black, denim and rose colors.
Amazon Fire HD 8 (ad-supported, 32 GB), $100
Amazon Fire HD 8 (ad-free, 32 GB), $115
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus
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The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus offers includes fast charging and wireless charging capabilities. It comes with an improved 5MP rear-facing camera for clearer pictures. The Plus model includes 3GB of RAM for better multi-tasking.
Amazon also claims the Fire HD8 Plus is twice as durable as Apple iPad mini (2021), as measured in tumble tests.
The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus comes in a dimpled gray finish with two storage options: 32GB or 64GB.
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (ad-supported, 32 GB), $120
Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus (ad-free, 32 GB), $135