When I built my first PC in 2013, I obsessed over airflow because I lived in a hot country and wanted my CPU and GPU thermals to be as low as possible. After browsing several Reddit threads and watching YouTube videos, I was convinced that if my PC's airflow wasn't perfect, my components would overheat and performance would take a significant hit. So, I took my time to find a case that prioritized airflow and filled it with as many premium fans as I could without considering other factors.

I love my smart home. I love changing the thermostat and seeing who's at the door, no matter which floor I'm on. I love the promise of all my devices, from light switches to air purifiers, from individual bulbs to cameras, and everything in between, being able to autonomously adjust to my routine and work in harmony. When Matter was announced in 2022, it came with a heavy expectation of being that bridge between disconnected ecosystems and that my smart home would be closer to the image in my mind.

If there's one upgrade I would recommend you make for your PC it would be to swap out a slow storage drive for a super-fast PCIe Gen 4 SSD. Gen 5 drives are starting to make an appearance, but these cost a small fortune, which is why many still consider PCIe 4 SSDs to be the sweet spot for NVMe storage. Currently, for Prime Day, you can save a significant amount on a new SSD, and I'm highlighting a huge 4TB M.2 2280 drive with read speeds exceeding 7,000 MB/s for less than $200!

Let me try to read your mind. You’re thinking of getting a new TV, yes, a 4K model with some sort of smart TV operating system that can provide instant access to your favorite streaming apps. Well then. With Prime Day underway, several TV models, as well as streaming devices and soundbars, are on sale. Some of them are much cheaper than we’ve seen before, while others are matching low prices that we haven’t seen in a while. Either way, it’s nothing but good deals below.We aim to pair you with an excellent home theater upgrade or two that’ll make you so happy that you won’t be searching for this article come next year’s Prime Day. Scroll down for the best deals on affordable TVs, high-end OLED models, and discounted sound systems and streaming gadgets.The best 4K TV dealsThe most affordable 48-inch 4K OLED TV we’ve seen during Amazon Prime Day is actually happening at Best Buy. There you can get LG’s 48-inch B4 OLED for just $549.99, which is an unbeatable price. However, at Amazon Sony’s 48-inch A90K is $998, beating its previous lowest price by hundreds of dollars.To some, 48 inches may be too small — we get it — so check out Panasonic’s 55-inch Z85 OLED, which runs Amazon’s Fire TV OS. It’s normally fairly affordable for its size at $897.99, but you can pick it up for $799.99 at Amazon. A 65-inch version of this model is just $200 more, costing $997.99 at Amazon.LG B4 series OLED TVLG’s B4 might be one of the cheapest OLED TVs available, but it still offers plenty of bang for your buck — including four HDMI 2.1 ports, speedy performance, and five years’ worth of webOS updates.Where to Buy: $799.99 $549.99 at Best Buy (48-inch) $1099.99 $899.99 at Best Buy (55-inch) $1099.99 $896.99 at Walmart (55-inch)TCL QM6K 4K QLED TVTCL’s Mini LED QLED TV is a great value, particularly for those who want a fast frame rate and a bright picture. It offers a 144Hz refresh rate, features two HDMI 2.1 ports, and supports Google TV’s robust software.Where to Buy: $598.99 $448 at Amazon (55-inch)LG C5 OLED TVLG’s latest mainstream OLED TVs ship with a subtle, yet noticeable, brightness boost over their predecessors. Otherwise, they’re cutting-edge both in terms of picture quality and refresh rate (144Hz) at this price point.Where to Buy: $1596.99 $1196.99 at Amazon (48-inch)Samsung The Frame TV (2024)Samsung’s art-inspired 4K TV uses an anti-glare matte QLED display, which can showcase artwork and photos with canvas-like quality when idle.Where to Buy: $997.99 $697.99 at Amazon (43-inch) $1997.99 $1167 at Amazon (65-inch)Samsung’s 65-inch The Frame Pro is down to $1,847.99, which is relatively small $50 discount versus its previous low price. However, it originally sold for around $2,199.99. This model boasts an impressive Mini LED panel, and a jump from 120Hz in The Frame to 144Hz. One of its biggest upgrades is the wireless connect box, which wirelessly streams any and all HDMI video inputs straight to the TV.TCL QM8K Series QD-Mini LED TVFor its size and overall brightness, especially if you’re looking for a bright-room TV, the QM8K is one of the best buys during the next few days of sales. Under certain circumstances, it can reach a brightness of 5,000 nits.Where to Buy: $1799.99 $997.99 at Amazon (65-inch) $2299.99 $1499.99 at Amazon (75-inch)Samsung S85D OLED TVBargain hunters seeking a large, yet reasonably priced, 65-inch OLED TV should consider Samsung’s S85D. It’s Samsung’s entry-level model, though you still get HDMI 2.1 ports, 4K resolution at 120Hz with consoles, and a variable refresh rate.Where to Buy: $1297.99 $1097.42 at Amazon (65-inch)Samsung S90D TVThe Samsung S90D is a QD-OLED, which uses quantum dots on top of an OLED layer to create a brighter and more color-vibrant image than traditional OLED designs. Where to Buy: $1599.99 $1179.99 at Amazon (65-inch) $1599.99 $1199.99 at Best Buy (65-inch)Looking for an affordable TV running Roku software to make it super easy to jump into streaming apps? The company’s own 55-inch 4K smart TV is $249.99. It has never sold for less than $299.99 before, so these are some solid savings.Amazon’s 55-inch Fire TV 4-series model isn’t quite as affordable as the Roku TV mentioned above. Yet, it’s $120 off for Prime Day, costing $339.99 at Amazon. This 4K TV comes pre-loaded with the company’s Fire TV OS, as you might expect. What you might not expect is that this TV looks pretty sharp considering its low cost, and it’s flush with ports (four HDMI ports, one of which is eARC, an ethernet port, optical audio, a headphone jack, and a coaxial connector for cable).iFFALCON QLED Mural TVA slim-bezeled mural TV in the mold of Samsung’s The Frame, but at a fraction of the cost for a 55-inch model. This TCL sub-brand’s TV sports an art mode, as well as high-end features like a 144Hz refresh rate for gaming.Where to Buy: $699.99 $559.99 at Amazon (55-inch) $999.99 $759.99 at Amazon (65-inch) $1399 $1119.99 at Amazon (75-inch)The best steaming stick dealsAmazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max (2023)Amazon’s latest streaming stick is faster than its predecessor with Wi-Fi 6E and double the storage. It also now displays widgets and artwork when idle while continuing to offer Alexa integration. Where to Buy: $59.99 $34.99 at Amazon $59.99 at Best Buy $59.99 at TargetGoogle TV Streamer (4K)Google’s excellent TV Streamer 4K is its best attempt at a streaming device yet, offering built-in ethernet along with smart home compatibility with Matter and Thread. Read our review.Where to Buy: $99.99 $84 at Amazon $99.99 $84 at Walmart $99.99 $84.99 at Best BuyOnn Google TV 4K ProThe Onn Google TV 4K Pro is a twofer of a gift. It’s a great streaming device with support for Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and HDR, all of which make for a visually rich, immersive streaming experience. It also functions as a smart speaker, meaning you can use it to play music, dim the lights, and carry out a host of hands-free commands.Where to Buy: $49.88 $44.73 at WalmartThe best soundbar dealsLG S80TR 5.1.3 soundbar with wireless satellites and subwooferNormally available between $700 and $800, this sound system’s price has plummeted during Prime Day 2025. The soundbar features forward- and upward-firing drivers for Dolby Atmos, and includes two wireless satellite rear speakers and a wireless subwoofer.Where to Buy: $750 $514.75 at AmazonVizio Elevate 5.1.2 sound systemVizio’s Elevate SE is a budget-friendly alternative to its high-end Elevate soundbar. It still features many of the same highlights, though, including booming sound quality and rotating speakers that provide the verticality required for Dolby Atmos content.Where to Buy: $499.99 $299 at AmazonSonos Beam (second-gen)The Sonos Beam (second-gen) is a compact soundbar that supports Dolby Atmos and can stream music from a plethora of services. Read our review.Where to Buy: $499 $369 at Amazon $499 $369 at Best Buy $499 $369 at SonosSamsung HW-Q910D 9.1.2 channel sound systemFor a booming, room-filling sound, Samsung’s HW-Q910D is a great option. The soundbar is packed with drivers that push audio toward you, as well as out to the side, and upwards to add a sense of verticality to Dolby Atmos content. It also includes two wireless rear speakers, and a wireless subwoofer.Where to Buy: $1297.99 $597.99 at WootAmazon Fire TV Soundbar Plus Amazon’s 37-inch Fire TV Soundbar Plus supports Dolby Atmos and features three speakers, three tweeters, and two woofers. It also features four listening modes and a center channel for clearer dialogue.Where to Buy: $249.99 $149.99 at AmazonUpdate, July 10th: Checked pricing/availability for the products.

Time is really running out — the 2025 Steam Summer Sale is almost over, and by the time you read this, there are only going to be a few hours left. Now, when it comes to major single-player titles, most of us do end up getting those anyway, either on Steam or through physical versions for consoles. For me, the Summer Sale is all about buying multiplayer titles that I wouldn't otherwise buy because they're — most probably — not in my friends' libraries either.

Amazon Prime Day is in full swing, and we’ve been particularly struck by the deep discounts on smartwatches and fitness trackers. The Apple Watch Series 10 and Amazfit Active 2, two of the best smartwatches we’ve tested, are down to their lowest prices ever at Amazon. We don’t expect to see their prices this low until Black Friday or Cyber Monday, but here we are.These gadgets can help make the journey into becoming healthier a little easier by tracking your sleep, step count, heart rate, and exercise info instead of you trying to track it manually. They also allow you to check notifications from your wrist to avoid having to pick up your smartphone as often throughout the day. If you’ve been curious about giving wearables a try, you’ll find the best deals from Amazon and other retailers below. There’s no time like the present to get started on your fitness journey.Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS)The Apple Watch Series 10 has a larger, wide-angle OLED display with up to 30 percent more screen area. It’s thinner and lighter than its predecessors, yet it charges faster and features the same fitness and wellness features. Read our review.Where to Buy: $399 $279 at Amazon (42mm) $399 $279 at Walmart (42mm) $429 $309 at Amazon (46mm)Amazfit Active 2The Amazfit Active 2 delivers outsized value for the price. It looks spiffy and has a wide array of health tracking features, plus built-in GPS and AI chatbots to provide extra context to your data. Read our review.Where to Buy: $99.99 $79.99 at Amazon $99.99 $79.99 at Amazfit $99.99 $84.99 at WalmartThe Apple Watch Ultra 2 hasn’t sunk below $700 in a few months, but during Prime Day, you can snag it at Amazon and Best Buy for $649.99. This beats its previous low by $30. Read our review.Google Pixel Watch 3Google’s new Pixel Watch 3 is bigger and brighter than its predecessor. It also features more advanced running capabilities, offline Google Maps functionality, and deeper integration with other Google devices. Read our review.Where to Buy: $349.99 $237.49 at Amazon (41mm, Wi-Fi) $349.99 $269.99 at Best Buy $399.99 $284.99 at Amazon (45mm, Wi-Fi)If $249 is still too expensive, don’t write off the Pixel Watch 2. The cellular version is on sale at Amazon for $179.99 ($120 off). Its battery life isn’t as good as the Pixel Watch 3, and it’s missing a few features, but it’s otherwise a solid alternative if you’re trying to save a little cash. Read our review.If you have your eyes set on a Samsung smartwatch, it’s a good time to grab the Galaxy Watch 7, which is matching its previous low of $246.99 at Amazon in the 44mm configuration with LTE. Read our review.The non-LTE, 44mm Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 Bespoke Edition is down to $199.99 ($130 off) at Amazon, which is a steep price drop compared to its previous low of $279.99.The Samsung Galaxy Ring is on sale at Amazon in multiple sizes for $299.99 ($100 off), which beats its previous low price by $50. It’s a solid, subscription-free first attempt at a smart ring from Samsung, with good hardware and long battery life. It’s Android-only, however, and it’s best paired with a Samsung phone. Read our review.The Garmin Lily 2 has returned to its all-time low of $199.99 ($50 off) at Amazon. While Garmin makes plenty of trackers for enthusiast fitness folks, the Lily 2 is a more pared-back experience for casual users. I don’t say that condescendingly; The Verge’s Victoria Song praised its limitations during a vacation.Oura Ring 4The Oura Ring 4 is slimmer and more accurate than its predecessor, while adding new AI-powered tools and longer battery life. Read our review.Where to Buy: $349 $296.65 at Amazon $349 $297 at Best Buy $349 $296.65 at OuraFitbit Charge 6The Fitbit Charge 6 features a haptic side button, an improved heart rate algorithm, turn-by-turn navigation with Google Maps, and the ability to broadcast your heart rate on certain Bluetooth gym equipment. Read our review.Where to Buy: $159.95 $99.99 at Amazon $159.95 $109.95 at Best Buy $159.95 $109.95 at Google Fitbit Inspire 3The Fitbit Inspire 3 is a minimalist fitness band that delivers notifications and tracks your activity on a bright OLED screen. It lacks built-in GPS, contactless payments, and digital assistants, but offers a range of other excellent health and fitness tracking features. Read our impressions.Where to Buy: $99.95 $74.95 at Amazon $99.95 $74.95 at Walmart $99.95 $79.95 at Best BuyGarmin Venu Sq 2The Garmin Venu Sq 2 is a great replacement for a Fitbit smartwatch. Not only do they look similar, but the Venu Sq 2 has way more fitness features, long battery life, and no subscription.Where to Buy: $249.99 $149.99 at Amazon $249.99 $149.99 at Garmin $249.99 $149.99 at GarminUpdate, July 10th: Checked prices and availability of deals mentioned in this piece.

Razer’s new mouse looks much like the previous V3 Pro model, but with a lighter chassis and new tech inside. Razer is announcing a new gaming mouse, the $169.99 DeathAdder V4 Pro. This fresh version of its popular wireless mouse promises to be faster, lighter, and yet more power efficient than its V3 Pro predecessor. The V4 Pro now uses optical sensors for its left- and right-click buttons that are rated for 100 million clicks. It’s also Razer’s first model to use a scroll wheel with an optical sensor rather than being mechanical. Razer claims the optical scroll wheel sensor is more precise, offering “triple the durability and consistent, tactile control even under intense gameplay.”The new DeathAdder Pro supports up to 8,000Hz polling rate in both wireless and wired modes, thanks to its HyperSpeed Wireless Gen 2 connectivity. However, to get Razer’s claim of up to 150 hours of battery life you’ll have to use the mouse at a much slower 1,000Hz polling (which is, to be fair, still pretty quick).Since this mouse is designed for fast-action use in twitchy esports matches, its 45K optical sensor supports up to 45,000 DPI tracking. And the black version of the new DeathAdder weighs just 56 grams, while the model in white weighs one gram more. The promised specs are impressive. But on the downside, the DeathAdder remains an asymmetrical design for right-handed users. And with its slightly oversized shape, the mouse caters to users with larger hands that can grip it without discomfort. The DeathAdder V4 Pro is up for preorder now on Razer’s site, estimated to ship July 24th.

Getting into tabletop roleplaying games is deceptively expensive. At the start, it seems affordable; you just grab the rulebook and a set of dice and you're good to go. But then, you want to purchase a dice tray. And then some more dice. After that, maybe a book to keep adventure logs in. Then some cards to remind you how spells work. And then some more dice. Now you need a bag to keep it all in. Then you grab a miniature of your hero and a little box to bring it around. And then some more dice.

Building a home lab can get expensive quickly, especially when you factor in mounting hardware, cable organization, and small accessories. I leaned on my 3D printer early on to cut those costs and improve the setup. Over time, I found that printing custom parts was not only cheaper, but often worked better than what I could buy. Here are five practical ways I’ve used 3D printing to stretch my budget while scaling up my home lab.

I have built all sorts of practical Raspberry Pi projects, but sometimes you just want to have a little fun. That is precisely what led me to turn a Raspberry Pi Zero W into a harmless prank machine. I stumbled across an open-source project called P4wnP1_aloa, and it instantly sparked ideas. For less than $15 and a little tinkering, I created a device that can surprise my friends in hilarious ways.

You're probably using a 240mm or 360mm liquid cooler on your PC, assured in the knowledge that you're doing the best for your CPU. While a high-quality AIO might be necessary for high-end chips, most people don't really need all that performance, or the hassle that comes with it. A decently built air cooler with a big enough heatsink is all you need to cool most processors. The best air coolers can not only rival most AIOs, but also reduce noise levels and preemptively eliminate the potential pitfalls of having a liquid cooler.

As much as I'd like to see it change, Windows 11 remains a far more popular choice for consumers at large than Linux is. There are a lot of reasons for that, mostly the fact that Microsoft has partnerships with the majority of laptop makers to put Windows on said laptops, making it very hard for Linux to break through. Some may also find the options and complexity of Linux to be a bit overwhelming.