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mardi 30 juin 2026

These Beats Earbuds Are 47% Off Right Now

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Woot has the Beats Studio Buds for $78.82, a sizable drop from their original $149.95 price and the lowest price tracked so far, according to price tracking tools. For comparison, Amazon is selling the same earbuds for $94.95 right now. Prime members also get free shipping, while non-Prime shoppers pay $6, though Woot notes that these earbuds cannot be shipped to Alaska, Hawaii, or P.O. box addresses. One of the Studio Buds' biggest strengths is that these earbuds don't really force you to pick a side—iPhone owners get conveniences like one-tap pairing and Find My support, while Android users still get fast pairing and a companion app.

The earbuds themselves are small, light, and easy to wear for extended periods, and the three included ear tip sizes make it easier to find a secure fit for commuting, workouts, or everyday use. They're also rated IPX4, so sweat and light rain aren't much of a concern. That said, these are not neutral-sounding earbuds. They lean bass-heavy, which gives pop, hip-hop, and electronic music more punch, but may feel too boosted if you prefer a flatter sound. Battery life is rated for about five hours with ANC enabled or up to eight hours without it, while the charging case extends total listening time to roughly 15 to 24 hours, depending on how you use them. 

Its ANC performance is also good enough to make everyday listening more enjoyable, especially for consistent background sounds like air conditioning, though this PCMag review notes that voices and higher-pitched sounds still come through more than they would on pricier Sony or Bose earbuds. As for controls, you can handle playback, calls, and switching between ANC and Transparency mode from either earbud—with volume being the only exception since you still have to adjust that from your phone. Still, at under $80, they're one of the more affordable ways to get active noise cancellation from a pair of earbuds that work especially well with Apple's ecosystem, without locking Android users out in the process.


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This Floatable Anker Speaker Is Now $40 Off

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The Soundcore Boom 2 is down to $89.99 on Amazon, a solid drop from its usual $129.99. It has an IPX7 rating and can float, so it's fine around pools or at the beach without needing constant attention. If it falls into the water, it will come back up on its own—your music will cut out while it is submerged, since Bluetooth cannot transmit through water—but in most situations, the bigger advantage is that the speaker itself survives without any issues.

Sound-wise, the Boom 2 delivers up to 80 watts through a setup that includes two tweeters and a dedicated woofer, which is enough to fill a large room or carry across an outdoor space. There’s also a BassUp feature that boosts the low end; turning it off noticeably reduces the impact, so you will likely want to keep it on for a fuller, heavier sound. You can also pair a second unit for stereo sound, though it is limited to Bluetooth since there’s no wifi support.

There is also a built-in light system that syncs with your music. It adds a bit of atmosphere at night, though it also drains the battery faster. Speaking of, battery life is rated at up to 24 hours, but that figure assumes moderate volume with lights and bass boost turned off. In real use, especially at higher volumes, expect less. Charging takes about five and a half hours over USB-C, which works best as an overnight recharge rather than a quick top-up.

The design focuses more on durability than refinement, and the sound, while loud, does not have the same balance you get from speakers like the JBL Flip 6 or Sony SRS-XB23, especially in the mids and highs. The companion app helps by letting you adjust the EQ and control the lighting, which gives you some flexibility to shape the sound. Still, this is not meant for detailed listening sessions or for someone who prioritizes audio precision, notes this PCMag review. It works best for people who want a speaker that can handle unpredictable environments, play loud without much effort, and keep going through a full day of use.


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lundi 29 juin 2026

This 75-Inch Sony Mini-LED TV Is a Brighter OLED Alternative, and It’s $1,000 Off Right Now

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The 75-inch Sony Bravia 9 is down to $2,498 from its usual $3,499.99 price—its lowest price so far, according to price trackers. This is Sony’s 2024 flagship Mini-LED QLED TV, built for those who want a bright, high-end picture without springing for an OLED. Amazon is also including free delivery to the room of your choice, which is useful for a TV this large. (Though note that delivery service does not include unpacking, assembly, packaging removal, or haul-away.)

OLED TVs still have the edge in perfect black levels and wider viewing angles, but the Bravia 9 gets much brighter than most OLEDs, making it a strong fit for living rooms with a lot of daylight. Its Mini-LED backlight and local dimming system help keep dark scenes looking deep without adding much bloom around bright objects like subtitles, according to this PCMag review. It also uses Sony’s image processing well, so lower-quality sources like cable TV, DVDs, and compressed streams can look cleaner than they would on a cheaper large screen. That said, direct reflections and off-angle viewing are its main limitations, so it works best when most you're watching from a central couch rather than from seats spread around the room.

The Bravia 9 also has the everyday conveniences you would expect from a high-end TV. Google TV is built in (with the usual streaming apps), plus Google Cast, Apple AirPlay, and hands-free Google Assistant, so it should fit easily into most homes without needing a separate streaming device. The 70-watt speaker system is also stronger than what you get from many thin TVs, and it can work as a center channel with compatible Sony soundbars and receivers.

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This Rugged Bose Bluetooth Speaker Is Over $100 Off Right Now

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Bose's SoundLink Max is currently down to $279 from its usual $399 price, marking the lowest price we've seen on it so far, according to price trackers. Unlike many speakers in this price range, the SoundLink Max keeps things fairly simple. There are no wifi features, smart assistants, or speakerphone functions. Instead, Bose focuses on what most people buy a portable Bluetooth speaker for in the first place: loud, well-balanced sound, long battery life, and a design that can handle being taken almost anywhere.

That practical approach carries over to the design—it has a steel frame that is wrapped in silicone for added durability (though the textured exterior tends to collect dust more easily than smoother finishes), and the woven carry handle makes it easy to grab before heading to the backyard, the beach, or a campsite. I also like that Bose uses physical buttons here instead of fussy touch controls. Inside, three front-facing drivers and dual passive radiators deliver a wide stereo sound with clear vocals and crisp instruments. According to this PCMag review, the mids and highs remain detailed even at higher volumes, though the deepest bass notes lose some impact when the speaker is pushed to its limits. Bose rates the battery life at up to 20 hours, and the IP67 rating means it can survive dust, rain, accidental splashes, and even a brief drop into water.

The companion Bose app adds a little extra flexibility without becoming a requirement. You can adjust bass, mids, and treble, switch between connected devices, and customize the shortcut button to launch Spotify or jump to the auxiliary input. Just don't expect dramatic changes from the equalizer; it is better suited for small tweaks than completely reshaping the speaker’s sound. Bose also does not include a shoulder strap in the box, which feels like an odd omission for a speaker this large. Even so, if you're looking for a rugged Bluetooth speaker that prioritizes sound quality over smart-home features, the SoundLink Max remains one of the stronger options in its class, especially at its current price.


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vendredi 26 juin 2026

These SSD and Storage Deals Are up to 49% off for Prime Day

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Prime Day is June 23 to 26, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before it's over. 


This has not been a banner year for cheap storage. Demand from artificial intelligence data centers has pushed up consumer drive prices, so even the better Prime Day offers do not always match the lows seen in previous years. Still, anyone who needs more space now can save on portable drives, fast internal solid-state drives, large hard drives, and network-attached storage systems before the sale ends today. Here are the discounts worth considering:

Samsung T9 Portable SSD, 1TB: At $179.99, down from $287.99, the Samsung T9 makes sense for anyone regularly moving large photo, video, or game files between devices. It’s small enough to keep in a laptop bag and fast enough to work directly from the drive.

Samsung 9100 Pro, 2TB: The Samsung 9100 Pro is down to $349.99 from $679.99, but this is not an upgrade everyone needs. Aimed at newer high-performance computers, its PCI Express 5.0 performance is built for demanding gaming, video editing, and other data-heavy work. Older systems may not support the drive or take full advantage of its advertised speeds.

Crucial P510, 1TB: At $162.97, down from $224.50, the Crucial P510 is a less expensive way to add PCI Express 5.0 storage to a compatible computer. It’s still unnecessary for basic browsing and office work, but it could cut load and transfer times in a newer gaming or editing setup.

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, 2TB: At $232.99, down from $261.84, this is not the biggest discount here, but it gives you 2TB of portable solid-state storage without moving to a bulky desktop drive. It’s a practical choice for photographers, frequent travelers, or anyone whose laptop is constantly running out of space.

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, 8TB: At $709.99, down from $839.99, this older SanDisk Extreme model puts an unusually large 8TB of storage into a portable drive. That capacity comes at a steep price, so it makes the most sense for people carrying large video libraries or project archives who would otherwise need several smaller drives.

WD Elements Portable Hard Drive, 5TB: At $196.99, down from $274.99, the WD Elements gives you far more space for the money than a portable solid-state drive. The tradeoff is speed: It's better suited to backups and archived files than editing video directly from the drive.

WD My Passport Portable SSD, 1TB: At $184.99 for Prime members, down from $312.99, the WD My Passport SSD sits between basic backup drives and faster premium models. It’s compact, offers password protection and hardware encryption, and is a sensible option for carrying work files or personal documents that you would rather not leave unprotected.


Looking for something else? Retailers like Walmart and Best Buy run Prime Day-style sales that are especially useful if you don’t have Amazon Prime.

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