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Kayla Solino/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways  The Strapsicle silicone straps upgrade the grip options on your Kindle and provide a secure hold to prevent drops.  At $21, Strapsicle is an easy and affordable Kindle accessory to make your reading experience even more comfortable.  If you prefer more ergonomic grips or don’t like the look of straps across the back of your Kindle, an alternative security option may be best.  If you’re an avid e-reader like me…

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Anker MagGo 3-1 wireless charger is on sale at Amazon for $76. It features 15W fast Apple Watch and iPhone charging, and can power up to three devices at once. However, it doesn’t have a phone stand feature. With winter in full swing, you might be thinking of a getaway somewhere much warmer (I know I am). If jet-setting is in your future, bringing a reliable charger for your most important…

Chipolo What’s the deal? Chipolo is offering new discounts on a few of its products in its online store. The Chipolo One Point has dropped down to $22 for a single unit, while the Card is now $18 each. ZDNET’s key takeaways The Chipolo One Point and Card Point are available starting at $28. They’re highly accurate, robust, and integrate well into the Google ecosystem. However, the One is only splashproof, and the Card version…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET If you’re looking to get your health and wellness goals in check in 2025, now’s a great chance to scoop up one of Apple’s handy watches to help. Right now you can get the newest Apple Watch Series 10 for $70 off, or only $329 at most major retailers. This 18% off savings can be found on both the 42mm and 46mm models, as well as at several retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and…

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Google Home users are getting a free smart home upgrade, as Gemini will now be able to control their devices. The Gemini mobile app’s new integrations, rolling out to the public, let you ask Google’s most capable AI assistant to control your smart home devices as intuitively as you would ask the AI to generate text. Gemini, Google’s latest AI assistant, is a generative AI tool that can generate text and discuss topics…

Dreame/ZDNET If you’d like to get your hands on a great robot vacuum and mop combination, you’d do well to snag this Dreame deal. The Dreame L10s Ultra robot vacuum and mop is part of a 56% lightning deal, bringing its price down from $900 to only $400. But if you’re looking to score these savings, you need to hurry. Amazon’s lightning offer will expire in just a few hours.  This robot vacuum and mop…

My kids love their Fire tablets, and I love the convenience of parental controls they offer. Maria Diaz/ZDNET Amazon is offering some huge deals on its latest Fire Kids Tablets, my kids’ favorite device for home and on-the-go entertainment. The newest Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet is 39% off at $85, the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet for older kids is also down to $85, and the larger Amazon Fire HD 10…

ZDNET’s key takeaways At $130, the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera is a practical, battery-powered solution for darker areas around your house that lack wiring and outlets. The AA batteries allow the floodlights to beam at 700 nits of brightness, which is not the most powerful on the market but good enough to see your surroundings. The Blink app is feature-rich, with plenty of camera settings to customize for the best surveillance, but you’ll need…

ZDNET’s key takeaways Samsung’s Galaxy A35 5G is a well-rounded smartphone for $399 You’ll love the two-day battery life, amazing screen quality, and four years of software updates The biggest issue? Performance tends to vary from day to day and can lead to overheating. more buying choices What’s the deal? Amazon currently has a discounted Galaxy A35 bundle available. On the retailer, you can buy the smartphone packaged with the Galaxy Buds FE for $470….

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a premium flagship meant for users who want the most out of their phone, with a starting price of $1,299. Key improvements include new Galaxy AI features, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, and a 50MP ultrawide lens. No major shifts to camera hardware, battery size, and charging speeds. more buying choices Samsung’s Big Bad Galaxy phone has arrived, and it’s almost everything I expected. The…