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Black Friday is almost here and retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and more are offering early savings on fitness trackers and smartwatches. Now is your time to save on brands like Apple, Samsung, and Fitbit.  Smartwatches and fitness trackers make great gifts (including a gift for yourself). These devices can count steps, track your heart rate, and, depending on the model you choose, provide detailed health insights and easy app access. They can also provide…

It’s almost Black Friday and the deals are heating up. We’ve seen some great deals all week, but now, hours from the main event, is a great time to snag a a steep discount on devices from Apple, Samsung, Google, and more.  Also: The best Black Friday deals live now The phone deals below will save you a significant amount of money on some of the best handsets we’ve tested and recommend at ZDNET. For example,…

Kayla Solino/ZDNET What’s the deal? The Strapsicle silicone band for Kindle is 25% off (or more) right now in most colors and sizes of the Strapsicle hand straps. Grab most pairs on sale for between $13-$16 (save between $5-$7). Snag the same deal directly from Strapsicle, too.  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…

Apple/ZDNET Apple’s popular watch wearables are available in several models, and the Watch SE (2nd Gen) is still the latest base model watch to hit the market. Despite Apple unveiling the new Watch Series 10 in September, the SE did not get an upgrade as originally rumored. And while it’s not packed with all the features of the Series 9 or 10, it offers great value for those looking to track basic health and fitness metrics,…

Black Friday is tomorrow, but you should take a moment to check out some of these crazy deals right now. We’ve found soundbars and speakers, subwoofers, and entire speaker bundles for hundreds of dollars off their regular price. Snag these deals before they’re gone.  Also: The best Black Friday deals: Live updates If home theater isn’t your main concern, I’ve also included plenty of Bluetooth speaker deals for portable listening. Some speakers are ideal for…

ZDNET’s key takeaways I tested the 46mm Apple Watch Series 10 model, priced at $529. The new watch body is charmingly thin, the larger display is lovely, fast charging is greatly appreciated. Battery life remains rated for 18 hours, and the watch is still missing some software features found on the Watch Ultra 2. more buying choices What’s the deal? Best Buy has slashed the price of the Apple Watch Series 10, with both the…

Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET What’s the deal? Tablet brand Blackview has reduced its Tab 18 model’s price tag down to $260. But, for a limited time for Black Friday sales, the company is offering an extra 5% off, lowering the price even further to $228, the lowest it has ever been. Also: The best Black Friday deals live now ZDNET’s key takeaways The Blackview Tab 18 Android tablet is normally available for $330. This great 12-inch Android…

Jack Wallen/ZDNET What’s the deal? AGM is currently its Pad P2 at a discounted $169 on its official online store. But if you head over to Amazon, you can purchase the rugged version with a bigger battery for $240. Keep in mind this reduced price is only available to Prime subscribers. Also: The best Black Friday deals live now ZDNET’s key takeaways The AGM Pad P2 Android tablet retails for $180 on Amazon. With a…

I’m in the middle of prepping for dinner, but I can’t stop thinking about the mind-blowing deals available right now at Target. Beyond testing lots of tech products for ZDNET, I love a good sale, and everyone knows Black Friday is the shopping extravaganza of the season. With Black Friday just a day away, retailers like Target are already offering plenty of tech on sale.  Also: The best Black Friday deals: Live updates You might think Amazon is…

Apple/ZDNET Amazon once again offers the Apple Watch Series 9 for just $280. This Black Friday sale is a savings of $119, and the lowest price we’ve seen July Prime Day. Remember, Apple products don’t often see sales, and this rare offer may be fleeting since it’s only available now in one colorway (midnight casing, with sport loop). Also: The best Black Friday deals: Live updates The Apple Watch has become a cult favorite smartwatch thanks to its…