I test robot vacuums for a living and the best one I've used is nearly half off right now

I test robot vacuums for a living and the best one I've used is nearly half off right now

Maria Diaz/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dreame X40 Ultra is typically $1,900, but it’s 42% off right now on Amazon, available for $1,000.  The X40 Ultra is a high-performing robot with excellent mapping capabilities and strong 12,000Pa suction. It performs exceedingly well on carpet and hard floors, with great object avoidance and high customization. Although it can recognize and show snapshots of obstacles, it sometimes gets tangled in cords and loses one or both mop pads….

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I still recommned this older Samsung phone – and it's on sale for 23% off

I still recommned this older Samsung phone – and it's on sale for 23% off

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy S24 FE starts at $649, with 128GB of storage and AI features included. Large 6.7-inch AMOLED display and an enduring 4,700mAh battery are the top two strengths. At its price, the S24 FE faces stiff competition from Google, OnePlus, and Samsung itself. more buying choices Samsung’s 128GB Galaxy S24 FE has been discounted on Amazon. The amount varies depending on the color. The S24 FE in Graphite (black) has…

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The M4 Mac Mini has dropped to $529 at Amazon (act fast because I don't expect it to last)

The M4 Mac Mini has dropped to 9 at Amazon (act fast because I don't expect it to last)

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Amazon has discounted several Mac Mini M4 builds, even ahead of Amazon’s likely incoming spring sale event. The compact desktop can be purchased for as low as $529, although this price drop only applies to the 16GB RAM/256GB SSD model. If you want more storage space, the Mac Mini M4 with the 512GB SSD has seen a 13% discount, going from $799 to $699. The biggest discount has been given to the third…

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The most underrated robot vacuum I've tested just hit its lowest price ever

The most underrated robot vacuum I've tested just hit its lowest price ever

ZDNET’s key takeaways The Dreame L40 Ultra is a high-end robot vacuum and mop available for $1,500, though you can get it for $800 with a $700 discount This Dreame robot vacuum doesn’t disappoint in performance It has strong suction power, thorough cleaning capabilities, an extendable side brush and mop pad to clean corners and edges, and an above-average mopping feature The downside is that the Dreame L40 Ultra isn’t cheap. The Dreame L40 Ultra…

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My favorite USB-C accessory has a useful feature that's perfect for travel – and it's on sale

My favorite USB-C accessory has a useful feature that's perfect for travel – and it's on sale

ZDNET’s key takeaways The right-angle connector allows this cable to be used in places that are inaccessible to regular cables. The cable is a high-quality braided style that can take a lot of wear and tear. It features an E-Marker chip and can handle loads up to 100W. Over the years, I have tested countless cables, but occasionally, a simple innovation materializes that makes me question how I managed without it for so long. Most…

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This Eufy twin-turbine robot vacuum is a steal at only $220 (that's 56% off)

This Eufy twin-turbine robot vacuum is a steal at only 0 (that's 56% off)

Beth Mauder/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways  The Eufy X8 Pro is a two-in-one robot vacuum and mop in the mid-range market that retails for $500 but is available for $220. It’s the industry’s first vacuum to feature dual TurboCyclone Suction units to clean different surface types effectively. Eufy’s Pro-Detangle feature was less effective in my house, which is home to dogs and cats. Amazon is offering the Eufy X8 Pro for $220, which is a 56%…

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The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra dropped to its lowest price ever at Amazon

The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra dropped to its lowest price ever at Amazon

The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra is equipped with Reactive 3D technology to intelligently avoid obstacles. Beth Mauder/ZDNET One of the best two-in-one robot vacuum and mop, the Roborock S8 Pro Ultra, is $900, a return to its lowest price of $900, a 44% discount. The S8 Pro Ultra’s regular price is $1,600, so a $700 markdown is a huge deal. The Amazon price is listed at $1,000, but you can take an extra $100 off…

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Forget iPads: This Amazon Fire tablet is better suited for kids (and it's on sale for $140)

Forget iPads: This Amazon Fire tablet is better suited for kids (and it's on sale for 0)

Maria Diaz/ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways  The Fire HD 10 Kids Pro tablet is available for $190. Designed for older children aged six to 12, this kids’ tablet features a slimmer design, better performance, strong parental controls, and a free screen repair or placement within two years of purchase. While it’s better than other Amazon Fire Kids tablets, the Fire HD 10 Kids Pro tablet doesn’t outperform an iPad — but it’s also a fraction of…

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Get 2 Anker USB-C chargers for $14 thanks to Amazon's likely incoming Spring Sale

Get 2 Anker USB-C chargers for  thanks to Amazon's likely incoming Spring Sale

Anker/ZDNET Need some cheap USB charger blocks that are going to last a few years? Well, you’re in luck, thanks to Amazon. Although the brand’s spring sale is likely coming soon, you can already save on select products.  One of my go-to brands — Anker — has a twin-pack of 20W dual-port chargers at a great price of just $14. Anker A2348 dual-port USB-C charger tech specs Total Wattage: 20W Input: 100-240V~1A 50-60Hz 1-port output: USB-C:…

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Samsung's new flagship laptop rivals the MacBook Pro, and it's currently on sale

Samsung's new flagship laptop rivals the MacBook Pro, and it's currently on sale

The Galaxy Book5 Pro is available for $1,150 at Samsung’s online store. That’s $200 off its original price, and this discount extends to other Book5 Pro models. Whenever a new laptop comes out, consumers expect it to launch with several new features. But sometimes, manufacturers focus on refining a device’s use case instead. That’s how I felt after testing the Galaxy Book5 Pro, a computer strikingly similar to the Galaxy Book5 Pro 360 from late…

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