Saturday’s top deals: connected home accessories, VPN subscriptions, & more

It’s been a long week, so why not treat yourself to one of these awesome deals? You deserve it.

For your life

Belkin, Wemo, Linksys connected living products

Today’s big deal of the day at Amazon combines a whole bunch of different products into a single big sale that has the potential to save you up to 50%. From car mounts to mesh Wi-Fi systems, smart plugs, routers, and so much more, you’ll want to check this out.

Up to 50% off

See at Amazon

We’ve seen some random groupings of items in the past, but this one is a little weirder than usual, we’ll admit. It’s full of great products, though, from Belkin, Wemo, and Linksys. Whether you’re looking to improve your Wi-Fi at home, or want to make your home a little smarter than it currently is, these deals make it far more affordable to do just that.

Once you’ve upgraded your home, it’s time to check out the rest of today’s deals.

Extra storage

PNY storage products

Whether you need an SD card for your camera, flash drive for …

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Find out everything you need to know about using the News app on Mac!

Are you looking for a new way to get your favorite news sources delivered to your Mac? Try the News app!

Beginning with macOS Mojave, the News app has been available, not only on iPhone and iPad, but also Mac. It’s almost identical to the version found on iOS, with a few quirks unique to the Mac. But your saved stories, favorite channels, and reading history all sync between your devices.

Here’s your guide to the News app on the Mac and what you need to know about it.

What’s new in the News app
How to get started with the News app
How to follow a channel or topic
How to block a channel or topic
How to manage notifications in the News app
How to read articles in the News app
How to save an article in the News app 
How to like and share articles in the News app
How to view your reading history in the News app
How to clear your reading history in the News app
How to restrict stories in Today in the News app
How to sign up for Apple’s news subscription service, News+
How to find …

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Stay connected with up to 50% off select Belkin, Linksys, and Wemo products

Today’s sale covers wireless routers, USB charging stations, and much more.

Today only, Amazon is taking up to 50% off Belkin, Linksys, and Wemo connected living solutions, including well-reviewed products like routers, smart plugs, gigabit switches, power banks, and more. This could be one of your best chances to grab these at a discount, too. This sale has a few random additions too, so you might be surprised at what you’ll find.

The Wemo Mini Smart Plug is one product that’s down to nearly its best price ever. Though it regularly sells for up to $35, today you can snag one for only $19.99 and start connecting what’s plugged into it from anywhere in the world using an app on your phone.

Linksys’ Max-Stream AC1900 MU-MIMO Dual-Band WiFi Router is another stellar product in today’s sale that’s only $5 away from its lowest price ever now. While it’s usually priced up to $160, you can pick up yours today for $109.99. It’s received 4.1 out of 5 stars based on close to 10,000 reviews …

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Amazon’s one-day sale on PNY storage products offers new low prices

Don’t wait on these prices! The deals will be gone in a flash.

PNY storage products, from SD cards to flash drives and more, are on sale at Amazon for just one day only. Some of the items featured in today’s sale are even at new low prices, so it’s the perfect time to make your move if you’re in need of a larger or more reliable storage solution for some of the devices you own, be it a computer, camera, Nintendo Switch, or your phone.

The most affordable way to store important data and transfer files in today’s sale is by picking up a USB flash drive; the PNY Turbo 64GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive is down to just $8.99, or you could choose the 32GB or 128GB models of that drive for $5.99 or $17.49 respectively. This brings all of them right back to some of their best prices ever too, so you can’t lose no matter which you purchase.

There’s a selection of SD cards in the sale as well, such as the PNY Elite Performance 64GB Memory SDXC Card for $13.97. This card is also available in 128GB an…

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Best sleep mask for plane travel

You can’t fully control the lighting on an airplane, but you can control how much light reaches your eyes. There are many different kinds of sleep masks designed to block out ambient light. Find the best shape and style to suit your needs. Here are some of the best.

Lightweight and simple

Sipwell Jersey Slumber Silk Sleep Mask

Staff Favorite

This mask is so simple, it’s just a whisper of silk across your eyes that blocks out much of the light around you. It doesn’t feel heavy on the face, nor does it take up much room in your bag.

$10 at Amazon

Handmade

Mavogel Sleep Mask

This cotton mask is made by hand for comfort and fit. It has layers of softness and a triangle flap on the side to maximize comfort and minimize light leakage. Choose Grey or Black.

$14 at Amazon

Three pack

YIVIEW Sleep Mask Pack

You get three contoured sleep masks for the price of one. The contoured design keeps the fabric from touching your eyes. Get your choice of three color combinations.

$10-…

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If you’ve just bought your first iPad, these are the apps you need!

Did you just get your first iPad? Looking for the top apps to download next? Here they are!

You just got your brand new iPad. You’ve set it up. You tried out all the built-in apps. And now you’re starting at that big, beautiful screen and wondering — what’s next? Well, the App Store! It’s home to hundreds of thousands of iPad apps any of which can transform the screen you’re holding into a new wondrous tool or toy. Here are some great ones to get started with!

Productivity
Finance
Streaming media
Cloud Storage
Reading
Writing
Social media
Art
Shopping
Music creation
Games

Productivity

1Password

No matter what type of device you own, you are always going to need a way to keep track of the dozens of passwords you collect from apps and websites. 1Password makes it incredibly easy to store information across all of your devices so you only have to remember the one you use to unlock the app. It also works with Touch ID(iPad Pro, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 3 or later), so you can …

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Best Fitbit Versa Watch Band

We’re a team of tech experts that love to get up ’n go from time to time and we need a Fitbit Versa band that can keep up!

The Kmasic Fitbit Versa Soft Silicone Sportband is made out of premium silicone material and is available in both small and large sizes. Long story short, this band offers a classic look with a reliable, durable clasp that just works.

Our Pick

Kmasic Fitbit Versa Soft Silicone Sportband

$4 – $26 at Amazon
This sport band will leave you happy (and your Fitbit Versa happy, too!)

Metal and leather bands are great for giving your Versa a sophisticated look, but if you want something simple that’s a bit more casual and practical, Partohoo’s sport bands are a great choice.

Who should buy the Kmasic Fitbit Versa Soft Silicone Sportband?

Sports bands are a fantastic choice because they can go from casual to formal and back again. They’re incredibly practical if you’re looking for an accessory that can travel from home to the office to family time to the gym and …

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Best Waterproof Cases for iPad Air 3

While the 2019 iPad Air 3 is a totally different form factor from the iPad Air 2, it’s actually the same size and shape as the 2018 iPad Pro (10.5-inch). There are some slight differences: the iPad Air 3 has a smaller camera and fewer speakers. But even with these differences, an 2018 iPad Pro (10.5-inch) case will still fit the 2019 iPad Air 3. With any waterproof case, be sure to follow installation instructions carefully before entrusting it with your iPad. Here are some of the best waterproof and water-resistant cases for the iPad Air 3.

Full coverage

XBK Waterproof Case

Staff Favorite

This fully sealed, waterproof, shockproof case has a built-in screen protector and yet it’s still not overly bulky. It also comes with a removeable strap for carrying your iPad around.

$33 at Amazon

Screenless technology

LifeProof NÜÜD Series Waterproof Case

This waterproof case from trusted brand LifeProof covers the entire iPad and all of its ports and speakers but leaves th…

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Should you buy Hollow Knight Collector’s Edition for Nintendo Switch?

Best Answer: Yes, if you are an avid collector of special editions of games or limited physical runs of indie games. The Collector’s Edition of Hollow Knight will have a ton of cool collectible goodies, and the Switch version includes some bonuses. If you are not into collectibles but still want to own a physical copy of Hollow Knight, a physical Standard Edition will also be available for sale.

One of the best Metroidvanias on Switch: Hollow Knight Standard Edition ($35 at Best Buy)
For the diehard fans: Hollow Knight Collector’s Edition ($69 at Fangamer)
What is Hollow Knight?

Hollow Knight is an indie Metroidvania-style game from Team Cherry. It originally launched in 2017 for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and then it came over to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One in 2018. It’s critically acclaimed and is definitely one of the best Metroidvania games that you can get on the Switch.

The story behind Hollow Knight involves a knight who sets out on a quest in order to unco…

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Save Midgard from Sephiroth in Final Fantasy VII, now on your Switch!

How does Final Fantasy VII perform and hold up on your Switch? Surprisingly well, actually!

When it comes to Japanese RPGs, Final Fantasy 7 is one of the most well-known and popular options out there. FFVII debuted on the original PlayStation back in 1997, and even though it’s the seventh main installment of the Final Fantasy franchise, it’s pretty much the title that made the series known in North America.

I’ll be honest here: while I love the character designs in FFVII, I never actually beat the game (but I am familiar with the story through FFVII: Advent Children and the likes of the Internet). I’ve borrowed the original PlayStation game from friends, I even bought the game on the PlayStation 3 many years ago, but I never got around to playing it enough to beat, because the lack of portability is an issue for me. Yes, I could have gotten the iOS version from a few years ago, but I’m not huge on mobile ports of games because I still prefer physical buttons.

But now FFVII is fina…

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