If you’re serious about music and want a serious pair of headphones to match, the over-ear Bose QuietComfort 45s are one of the best you’ll find out there. They’re one of CNET’s favorite full-size headphones on the market, high on our lists of best over-ear headphones and best noise-canceling headphones. And right now at Amazon, you can pick them up for just $249 — $80 off and a match for the lowest price we’ve seen. There’s no set expiration on this deal, so there’s no guaranteeing how long it will be available. We’d recommend you get your order in sooner rather than later if you’re hoping to snag a pair at this price.

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The Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones offer some of the best noise-canceling capabilities out there. In his original Bose QuiteComfort 45 review, CNET’s David Carnoy called their noise-canceling the best of the best, and while they may have been dethroned by the brand-new $400 Sony WH-1000XM5, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better pair for under $300. They also boast competitive sound quality with support for hi-fi audio and an active EQ that optimizes sound based on your listening volume. 

These headphones are equipped with Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity with range of up to 30 feet, as well as an aux port for wired listening. They have a battery life of up to 24 hours on a single charge. 

If you’re looking for even more audio bargains, check out our roundup of all the best headphone deals you can shop right now. 

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OLED TVs have grown in popularity, thanks to their unparalleled picture quality. Unfortunately, that premium picture also comes at a premium price. But if you’re set on an OLED screen, don’t fret — sometimes you can find great deals on OLED TVs.

In fact, right now the 65-inch LG C1 OLED smart TV is on sale at Amazon for just $1,500. That’s a 40% discount off the list price, saving you $1,000. This offer won’t last long, so be sure to snag one sooner rather than later if you want to get it at this price.

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LG’s C1 won our Editors’ Choice Award and it’s a great option for most buyers. It has a minimalist design and packs in over 8 million pixels, along with Cinema HDR, Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos. There’s even a Filmmaker Mode so that you can optimize how you stream movies for a truly cinematic experience at home. Plus, if you’re a gamer, this TV has a lot of features you’ll appreciate, including a game optimizer setting with fast response times and low input lag, along with four HDMI inputs and three USB ports. Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are built in, so you can ask your TV to update you on the weather, add reminders, stream music and more. You can even control other compatible smart home devices. 

And if you’re after the latest and greatest, the newer LG C2 is also currently discounted — and you can score one for just $100 more. It’s one of our favorite high-end TVs available this year. Whichever model you choose, you’ll be getting a great deal.

Read more: LG OLED C1 vs. LG OLED C2: Which High-End TV Should You Buy?

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While its products aren’t quite as popular as big-name brands like Bose or Sony, Tribit makes some of our favorite audio gear on the market right now. Tribit claimed multiple spots on our list of the best Bluetooth speakers for 2022, as well as a spot on our list of the best running earbuds for 2022, and right now you can shop big discounts on select models. Today Only, Amazon is offering up to 55% off a selection of Tribit speakers and earbuds, with plenty of bargains on some of our favorite models. These deals are only available until 11:55 p.m. PT (2:55 a.m. ET) tonight, so be sure to get your order in before then.

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Tribit makes top-notch speakers for both taking on the go and using around the house. If you want something compact for camping trips and small get-togethers, you could pick up the StormBox Micro 2, one of our favorite speakers for 2022. It boasts up to 90dB of powerful sound, an IPX7 weather-resistance rating, a Bluetooth range of up to 120 feet and it’s on sale for just $48, $12 off the usual price. Or, if you want something with a little more power, you could upgrade to another one of our favorites, the XSound Mega. It features, built-in LEDs, an integrated shoulder strap for carrying and it’s on sale for just $67, $63 off the usual price. 

If you’re not worried about portability, there are plenty of speakers for home use on sale as well. The Tribit Home is an ideal bedside companion with an LCD time display, a built-in FM radio, two USB ports, and it’s $21 off right now, dropping the price down to just $49. Or give your TV’s sound a serious upgrade with this 38-inch 2.2 channel Tribit soundbar. It’s equipped with four full-range speakers and two subwoofers, four preset EQ modes, Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and delivers 100W of sound. It’s automatically on sale for $90, $30 off the usual price, but you can save an extra $10 when you activate the instant coupon.

And if you’re looking for a pair of true-wireless earbuds, you can pick up a pair of MoveBuds H1 for just $54, $67 off the usual price. They feature an ear-hook design, and were named one of our favorite pairs of running earbuds for 2022 with an IPX8 water-resistance rating, Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity and up to 65 hours of listening time on a single charge. 

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TV lovers want to be able to see their big screens everywhere. And while there are plenty of good places to mount your TV, there are a few places where you might want to think twice about it. The bathroom is one of those places. It’s actually about the worst type of environment for any electronic device, but it’s especially bad for TVs. If you’re so hooked on a show you’re streaming that you don’t want to hit pause even for a bathroom break, you may think that mounting a TV above the bath or toilet is a good solution. It’s not. Really. I’m serious. Just don’t. 

But if you absolutely must, mounting a TV in the bathroom is technically doable, as long as you know what you’re getting into. Here’s what you need to know before you start watching National Treasure during your morning constitutional. 

Bathroom TV (doo)do’s and don’ts

A bathroom is a bad place for a TV. Two of the worst things for electronic gadgets are moisture and heat. The latter is also one of the reasons why we don’t recommend placing a TV above a fireplace. Even if you have a large, well-ventilated bathroom, it’s likely much more humid than a typical living room. 

For example, here’s what Samsung has to say about bathroom TVs:

In general, you should not put your Samsung TV in extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. Consequently, we recommend that you do not install your Samsung TV in a bathroom or any other room with high humidity.

Here’s the relevant section in LG owner’s manual for its 2022 LED LCDs:

Do not place the TV and/or remote control in the following environments:  – An area with high humidity such as a bathroom.  – Near kitchen counters or humidifiers where they can easily be exposed to steam or oil.  – Do not expose to dripping or splashing and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, cups, etc. on or over the apparatus (e.g., on shelves above the unit).

Otherwise, this may result in fire, electric shock, combustion/ explosion, malfunction or product deformation.

Sony’s TV warranty, for its part, doesn’t cover “contact with liquid, heat, humidity or perspiration,” all of which are pretty much par for the bathroom course.

Will humidity destroy the TV instantly? Probably not, and that’s part of the problem. You’ll likely hear or read plenty of anecdotal stories about how someone put a regular TV in their bathroom and it was “fine.” However, these people probably won’t follow up with how the TV later died “for no reason.” 

To compound the problem most people will want to put the TV where it’s easily viewable from the tub or shower, namely up out of the way. Unfortunately heat and steam rise, especially when drawn ceiling-ward by a bathroom fan.

There are waterproof TVs designed for high-humidity areas but, as you’d guess, they’re more expensive than regular models. They also don’t feature names you’d recognize: Elecsung, Soulaca, Haocrown and others. Many have streaming apps built in. Some even double as a mirror when turned off. We haven’t tested any of these models, but they cost at least three or four times as much as standard TVs of similar size.

Also, be wary of any lists on sites like Best Buy or Amazon that seem to suggest “bathroom TVs.” These are filled with normal, small TVs that shouldn’t be in a bathroom. 

Things to consider for a bathroom TV

Like other waterproof gear, for example headphones and Bluetooth speakers, waterproof TVs should have an IP rating. For example, “IP66-Certified Waterproof” means it’s sealed against dust and jets of water aimed directly at the device. 

Voice control would be a plus, for sure, but don’t expect waterproof TVs to have the same features as a typical TV. For that matter, their smart TV interfaces are likely worse than you’re used to, and might not have all the streaming services you’d want. Check user reviews carefully, if you can find any.

What’s not important? Resolution. Don’t worry if the TV is 1080p or 720p. With small TVs you’re not likely to see much of a difference, if any. 

It’s also worth checking to see if your Wi-Fi is up to the task. The signal might be strong enough to surf the web while you’re enshrined on your throne, but streaming video is another story. You probably don’t need to get any new gear, just give your current Wi-Fi a tuneup.

Check local building codes for any specific regulations for installing or mounting an electrical device in your bathroom. You can also mount a TV in the wall, but that’s well beyond the scope of this guide and likely not something for the average DIYer. 

Alternate options (tablets, smart displays and more)

Maybe you don’t need a “TV.” Smart home displays like the Amazon Echo Show and Google Nest Hub can fit just about anywhere. They’ll run Netflix and some other streaming services. You won’t get full TV functionality, nor are they waterproof, but they’re cheap and far easier to fit in your bathroom. Just keep them away from the tub. 

Another possibility is a simple waterproof Bluetooth speaker. I’ve had one of these in my shower for years. Certainly not a TV, but you can listen to music, news or podcasts. They have the added benefit of being inexpensive and, of course, portable. 

A common option is a tablet, usually with the addition of some kind of stand or bath tray. Certainly risky for an often-expensive device, but it’s easier than mounting a TV in someplace that’s essentially a temporary sauna.

It’s also worth noting that most mid- and high-end phones are waterproof. Most tablets are not. So if you can handle a smaller screen, it’s definitely a safer bath-time option.

Related on CNET

• Mounting Your TV Above the Fireplace Is Actually a Terrible Idea
• How to Boost Your Internet Speed for Streaming Netflix, Hulu and More
• From 4K to UHD to 1080p: What You Should Know About TV Resolutions
• Why You Should Think Hard About Where You Mount That New TV

‘Bathroom TV, you’re the one’

More than ever, we all need a place to relax. I have a close friend with an extremely stressful job who winds down after a long day by watching shows on a tablet while soaking in the tub. I absolutely get it. 

Permanently mounting a TV in your bathroom, however, should be approached with caution. These are not good environments for electronics to live in, as evidenced by the warnings and warranties of manufacturers. 

With a TV that’s designed for it, or something inexpensive you don’t mind replacing regularly, they’re certainly better than holding your phone with one hand and your toothbrush in the other.

As well as covering TV and other display tech, Geoff does photo tours of cool museums and locations around the world, including nuclear submarines, massive aircraft carriers, medieval castles, epic 10,000 mile road trips, and more. Check out Tech Treks for all his tours and adventures.

He wrote a bestselling sci-fi novel about city-size submarines, along with a sequel. You can follow his adventures on Instagram and his YouTube channel.

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Calling all Game of Thrones fans watching House of The Dragon on HBO: Your TV might benefit from a tune-up. The prequel series is streaming now in glorious 4K HDR, with the fifth episode available starting tonight. So far the show has looked visually stunning, although you may have found certain scenes too dark on your TV.

That’s no coincidence. House of the Dragon cinematographer Fabien Wagner also directed numerous GoT episodes, and when viewers complained that scenes looked too dark, Wagner blamed the TVs. “A lot of the problem is that a lot of people don’t know how to tune their TVs properly,” Wagner said in a 2019 interview. This year Wagner also posted a House of the Dragon trailer to his Instagram with the caption “…and it’s not too dark!!!!!! Even when you watch it on your iPhone in broad daylight 😳🤘.”

Wagner may be (ahem) throwing shade, but either way I’m willing to bet that some viewers will find parts of House of the Dragon too murky on their TVs. As CNET’s TV reviewer I’ve watched my share of dark — er, “cinematic” — scenes and I can tell you he’s right about one thing: An improperly adjusted TV can ruin the experience.

To help prevent that from happening to you as you enjoy House of the Dragon, check out my tips below, which were updated from but very similar to my original advice for Game of Thrones.

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Turn off the lights

Like pretty much anything on a big screen, House of the Dragon looks best when the room is dark and full of characters. 

Turning off the lighting in your room is one of the best ways to improve the picture. Any light reflecting off the screen can make dark scenes harder to see and even wash out bright scenes. Try to watch at night, or at least draw the curtains, and turn off as many lights as you can. If you must have some light in the room, it should ideally be in a position behind the TV so it doesn’t hit the screen directly, and turned down as dim as possible. Bias lighting is your friend.

Read more: Get Rid of Annoying TV Glare With These 5 Tricks

Choose the Movie, Cinema or Calibrated picture mode

All TVs have picture modes that affect nearly every aspect of the image: brightness, color, gamma, black level and image processing, among other things.

Sound complex? Relax, you don’t necessarily have to adjust any of that stuff individually to get peak picture quality. The most accurate picture mode on any TV is almost always the one called Cinema (on LG), Custom (Sony), Movie (Samsung, TCL) or Calibrated Dark (Vizio). Simply choosing it will get your TV most of the way toward looking its best in a dark room. If your TV has a Filmmaker mode, that’s a great choice, too.

Compared to modes such as Standard or Vivid, Movie modes can initially look duller and less impactful at first. But in almost every case, they’ll show the most realistic color and be tuned for dim rooms — which generally means lower light output, solid contrast and correct shadow detail. Movie mode isn’t for everyone, so feel free to cycle through the other modes, too. Some of the best TVs have brighter modes that are still accurate.

Turn off the soap opera effect

On many TVs, Movie modes will keep one of the least cinematic effects intact: the soap opera effect, which introduces smoothing that makes motion look buttery and less filmlike. You’ll want to turn it off to preserve the 24-frame cadence of House of the Dragon (and lots of other stuff). If you don’t believe me, take Tom Cruise’s word for it. 

Not every TV has the video processing that causes the soap opera effect, so if yours doesn’t, you’re in the clear. But most higher-end models do, as do plenty of popular midrange TVs like the TCL 6-Series. And unfortunately, each manufacturer buries it deep in the TV settings menu and calls it something different. LG calls it “TruMotion,” Samsung “Auto Motion Plus” or “Picture Clarity,” TCL “Action smoothing,” Sony “MotionFlow” and Vizio “Motion Control.” Here’s how to find it and turn it off.

Other settings to try

Feeling adventurous? Your TV has myriad other settings to play around with, and many have esoteric names and functions. Adjusting any of those settings may or may not improve the image to your eye, and adjusting them using one scene for reference could make other scenes look worse.

Happily, every picture mode has a “reset” function you can use if you go too far and mess something up. Here’s a few settings and what they do.

Backlight: This adjusts your LCD TV’s light output. For dark rooms you’ll generally want it low, because having it too high can wash out the image. Note that some TVs call the backlight setting “Brightness” or, on OLED TVs, “OLED Light.”

Brightness: This adjusts the brightness of “black” and shadow detail. Increasing it can make dark areas like the backgrounds in The Battle of Winterfell more visible, but going too high can, again, wash out the image.

Contrast: This controls bright details, and setting it too high can render them invisible. It’s usually best to leave it alone.

Color and Tint: Two more that, at least in Movie modes, are usually best left alone. If anything you might want to move color a hair up or down if the image doesn’t look saturated enough (or too saturated), but doing so in one scene can ruin another.

Gamma: There’s usually a couple of settings here, all of which affect how dark areas look. We recommend starting with 2.2.

Local dimming: If you have an LCD TV with this feature (usually called something annoying like “Xtreme Black Engine Plus” or “Local contrast”) you’ll want it turned on to increase contrast and improve black levels. In most TVs I’ve reviewed, the lowest local dimming setting looks best, but feel free to cycle through the options.

What about compression artifacts?

Many of the complaints around Game of Thrones mentioned bands along the edges of light as the army of the dead advances, big blocks of darker color as the Dothraki horde recedes into the night and other issues. These same issues might crop up during House of the Dragon, too.

Unfortunately these issues usually aren’t the TV’s fault, so they’re harder to correct. Most are caused by video compression, the technology used to deliver video streams to your TV, and often there’s nothing you can do. At least not until the Blu-ray comes out. You still have a Blu-ray player, right?

In some cases you can adjust out these issues by making scenes darker, by reducing the brightness control, for example. The noise-reduction controls on your TV might help a little. 

The issue might be your streaming bandwidth. Try reconnecting the device’s Wi-Fi or connecting to your router by wire if possible. The bandwidth coming into your home might be a problem too. If you can wait a bit, try watching later, when fewer viewers will be streaming in your neighborhood or nationwide. Here’s some more tips for improving streaming.

No matter what TV you have, a few tweaks can usually make the image a little better, whether you’re watching House of the Dragon, Game of Thrones or any other cinematic TV show or movie.

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Your dusty old TV had a good run, but now it’s time to get rid of it. The question is how. Generally, most cities prefer you recycle your old electronics rather than throwing them in the garbage. Trashing your TV is wasteful and depending on the age of the TV, it could contain toxic metals like mercury.

So what should you do with that used TV you don’t want anymore? There are plenty of options, especially if it still works. The most obvious is to just move it to another room, but I’ll assume you’ve thought of that one already, especially if you have a new TV to replace it with.

Fortunately, many of the options for getting rid of an old TV don’t cost you anything, other than perhaps a little bit of your time. Here’s what to do. For more, check out whether your old phone can be repurposed into a wireless mouse or a security camera.

Before doing anything else, wipe the data

No matter what you intend to do with your TV, make sure you log out of all your streaming accounts. Then go one step further and do a factory reset, which you can find buried in the user menu. Obviously having somebody freeload your Netflix is only an issue if your old TV is a smart TV, but wiping your passwords and personal information is a good habit to get into with any of your old electronics.

Try to sell on Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace (if it’s worth anything)

While selling the TV may seem as obvious as moving it to another room, the specifics are a little less obvious. 

First of all, you need local pickup for a TV. No matter how well you pack a TV, even if you have the original box, it’s probably not going to survive the trip. Modern TVs are far too fragile. Now the seller has to deal with a broken TV and you have to give the buyer their money back.

Even if you do sell it locally, the same issue applies. Inevitably the buyer is going to show up to get your 65-inch TV in a 1990 Honda Civic and ask you to help stuff it in the back. If you’re getting rid of a big TV, be sure to specify its dimensions and weight in the ad.

Read more: 5 Reasons You Should Use Facebook Marketplace Instead of Craigslist

And that’s if you can sell it. Used TVs depreciate quickly, in part because new TVs are getting cheaper and cheaper. That TV you spent $2,000 on? Maybe you can get $200. Check out the “Is your TV worth anything?” section at the bottom.

Alternatively, just list it for free if the person picks it up. That’s a win-win for everyone.

Donate your TV to charity

An easier option is to donate it to a local charity, ideally one whose volunteers will come pick it up.

There’s also Goodwill, Salvation Army, Savers or another drop-off secondhand retailer. You’ll need to bring the TV to one of their locations. Check their website to see if they’ll accept your TV’s type and size. For instance, they probably won’t take an old rear-projection TV since most people don’t want them.

Also contact your local library or public schools. Many are always in need of donations, though a 20-year-old TV might not be what they’re looking for.

Give your TV (back) to Best Buy

Best Buy will take your used electronics. Not just TVs, but old phones, tablets, batteries and even cables. Again, you’ll need to bring the TV to your closest Best Buy, but since it won’t matter if it still works, the amount of care required drops precipitously. You’ll even get Best Buy points, which you can combine with $5 to get $5 worth of candy at checkout.

Larger TVs will incur a $25 fee, which seems reasonable given it’s taking this huge thing off your hands.

If you’re buying a new TV and having it installed, for $40 it’ll haul away the old one. If you haven’t bought a new TV from Best Buy, it’ll come to your house and take it for $200.

Have your TV professionally recycled

Some cities and local jurisdictions offer TV recycling, either drop-off at a recycling center or as part of your regular curbside pickup. Contact your local government to find out details.

There are a number of organizations that will help recycle your electronics, including TVs. Check out the EPA’s page for more info. MRM Recycling also has a page to help you locate options in your area. 

A number of manufacturers have their own programs, or partner with companies that do. Check out the Electronics Take-Back Coalition page for more info. Keep in mind that just because a manufacturer has a program, it doesn’t mean there will be a drop-off location near you. For example, the closest LG drop-off point to Los Angeles, the second largest city in the US, is over 500 miles away.

If you’re now thinking about all the smaller electronics around your house you could recycle, check out our guide to recycling phones, laptops, batteries and cameras for free.

Sidewalk or garage sale

Depending where you live, you can let your neighbors deal with it. I hesitate even mentioning this one since if you live in an area where people will take stuff on the sidewalk, you probably know it. And if you don’t know, it’s not a great look leaving your trash out on the sidewalk for days or weeks. So your mileage may vary on this one.

A yard or garage sale is another option. Again, easier than hauling it away yourself.

Read more

• You Can Recycle Your Old Phones, Laptops, Batteries and Cameras for Free. Here’s How
• Should You Buy Used Camera Gear?
• Why You Shouldn’t Take Your Indoor TV Outside for the Summer

Is your TV actually worth anything?

Most people remember what they paid for a TV and assume it’s still worth something years after they bought it. This just isn’t true. TVs have gotten so inexpensive there just isn’t much of a market for used televisions these days, especially if the TV wasn’t that expensive to begin with. 

While there are some exceptions, here are a few general rules:

It’s probably worth something if:

• It’s a high-end TV from the last five years or so
• It’s an OLED TV, except perhaps the earliest models
• It’s larger than 65 inches
• It’s a CRT (in very specific situations, see below)

It’s probably not worth much if:

• It was a budget, or even midrange LCD
• It’s 10-plus years old
• It’s a plasma
• It’s an early smart TV (unless the streaming apps still work)
• It’s a old tube (CRT) TV

It’s definitely not worth anything if:

• It’s a rear-projection TV
• It’s a CRT RPTV (heed this advice: lift with your knees, not your back)
• It doesn’t have HDMI

Now, there are exceptions to these rules. You might be able to find a collector for your 500-pound RCA console TV. Maybe an archeology major is doing a project on early flat-panel TVs and finds your mint Fujitsu a prime candidate for their dissertation. 

TVs with early HDMI versions like 1.4 aren’t useless, but they have fewer uses. They might not play nice with modern streaming devices or game consoles. 

There is a specific situation where a CRT could be worth something. Hardcore retro gamers prefer playing early video game consoles on CRTs, and these are getting harder to find, for obvious reasons. However, they’re not just looking for any CRT, and if you have one of the huge ones from any era, it might be more trouble than it’s worth just getting it out of your house. And forget about shipping one. 

If the CRT has component (red, green, blue, plus two for audio), or even S-Video inputs, that’s promising. If it doesn’t have at least composite (yellow, plus red and white for audio), it’s probably not going to sell for much.

As well as covering TV and other display tech, Geoff does photo tours of cool museums and locations around the world, including nuclear submarines, massive aircraft carriers, medieval castles, epic 10,000 mile road trips, and more. Check out Tech Treks for all his tours and adventures.

He wrote a bestselling sci-fi novel about city-size submarines, along with a sequel. You can follow his adventures on Instagram and his YouTube channel.

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There’s a lot to consider before you buy a new TV. You’ll want to figure out how much space you have and how big your TV should be. If you’re going to be using it for gaming, you might want one that has a high resolution and a fast refresh rate. Most new TVs are smart TVs that come with built-in apps like Netflix, Hulu and YouTube, as well as voice control and voice assistance. 

If you’re in the market for a new television or you want to upgrade your existing set, you might be thinking about waiting until Black Friday or other shopping events to purchase one. But there are plenty of great deals across several retailers that you can take advantage of right now. Get hundreds of dollars off TVs from different brands with these great deals.

Read more: How to Buy a TV

Samsung TV deals

Amazon

55-inch Samsung QLED 4K television: $698

Save $100

If you’re looking for a quality Samsung TV without paying top dollar for an OLED display, check out this 55-inch QLED 4K TV. Originally $798, you can get it for $698 and save $100. It’s a 2022 model that’s ultrathin and comes with Alexa built into it. It’s equipped with Motion Xcelerator technology, which minimizes blur and improves the motion clarity of high-speed and high-intensity content.

$698 at Amazon

• 85-inch Neo QLED 8K Smart Tizen TV: $5,000 (save $1,500)
• 65-inch The Frame QLED 4K Smart Tizen TV: $1,700 (save $300)
• 55-inch Neo QLED 4K Smart TV: $1,500 (save $400)
• 60-inch LED 4K Smart Tizen TV: $480 (save $70)
• 55-inch LED 4K Smart Tizen TV: $400 (save $30)

Amazon Fire TV deals

Amazon

65-inch Amazon Fire Omni Series 4K TV: $720

Save $110

Amazon launched its first Fire TVs last year and there have been several models since then. This TV, the 65-inch Omni Series 4K TV, has Dolby Vision and can be used entirely hands-free as it has Alexa built in. Dolby Vision provides color, contrast, clarity and brightness to your viewing experience and Dolby Digital Plus offers advanced surround sound across multiple devices. Right now, you can save 13% on this size.

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• 43-inch 4-Series 4K TV: $300 (save $170)
• 50-inch 4-Series 4K TV: $350 (save $120)
• 55-inch 4-Series 4K TV: $430 (save $90)
• 75-inch Omni Series 4K smart TV: $860 (save $240)

LG TV deals

Amazon

65-inch LG C2 Series OLED evo 4K smart TV: $1,897

Save $600

We love LG OLED TVs for their quality and price. This TV is now $200 off, so you can save even more money while getting one of the best quality TVs out there. The self-lit OLED pixels create beautiful graphics with infinite contrast, perfect black and over a billion colors that stand out brighter. With Filmmaker mode, you can enhance every moment in Dolby Atmos audio for an ultimate home theater experience.

Read our LG OLED C2 Series 2022 review.

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• 50-inch Class 80 Series QNED 4K Smart TV: $700 (save $200)
• 77-inch Class C2 Series OLED evo 4K Smart TV: $3,000 (save $500)
• 77-inch Class B2 Series OLED 4K Smart TV: $2,600 (save $700)
• 86-inch Class 85 Series QNED Mini-LED 4K Smart TV: $2,800 (save $700)

Toshiba, Sony and other TV deals

Amazon

TCL 50-inch Class 4 Series 4K smart Roku TV: $280

Save $220

TCL TVs top our favorite lists for best cheap TVs, and this TV is no exception to that. Originally $800, it’s now just $450. That’s not too bad for a 65-inch 4K Roku TV — our favorite smart TV platform. Enjoy pictures in 4K with high dynamic range. You can customize your home screen to easily access your favorite streaming channels or broadcast TV.

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• Sony 43-inch Class X80K Series LED 4K Smart Google TV: $530 (save $70)
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• Sony 55-inch Class Bravia XR A90J Series OLED 4K Smart Google TV: $2,000 (save $200)
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Portable Bluetooth speakers offer great sound quality whether you’re at home or on the go. Their compact size and easy portability make them a great choice for anyone who wants to enjoy their music without being tied down.

Amazon has marked down new Sony X-Series portable Bluetooth speakers, with savings as high as $102 for a limited time.  

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If you’re looking for a powerful but low-cost speaker, check out the Sony SRS-XE200. At 25% off, you’ll pay just $98 for a lightweight, portable speaker with an easy-to-carry strap that gets up to 16 hours of battery life per charge. For $148, you can upgrade to the SRS-XE300, which gets up to 24 hours of play per charge. That’s a $52 savings. Both of these speakers are also shockproof, so they’re durable enough to survive most damage if they are accidentally dropped or knocked over.

And for a speaker that literally goes all day long, check out the Sony SRS-XG300. This speaker gets up to a mammoth 25-hour battery life per charge. It has quick-charging, too, when you need a boost. Just 10 minutes will get you over an hour of playtime. Plus, you can charge your devices with the USB port if your phone or tablet starts to run low on power. It’s lightweight and has a retractable handle so carrying it around is easy. And it comes with ambient LED lighting that you can customize in the Fiestable app. It can even sync to the beat of the music. It’s normally $350, but you can get it right now for $248.

Each of these devices has X-Balanced speakers that provide power, clarity, and distortion-free sound, as well as dual passive radiators — though the SRS-XG300 also features soft dome tweeters and a mega bass option. These speakers are all rated IP67 water- and dustproof, too, so you can use them in just about any environment. In addition, they come equipped with wireless party connect, meaning you can connect up to 100 compatible X-Series speakers for immersive sound in just about any atmosphere. And these speakers include a microphone with echo-canceling technology so that you can use them during video or phone calls.

There are other colors available for each, so be sure and check out the entire sale selection to grab the speaker that matches your style. 

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From bopping around to your favorite music or getting absorbed in a great audiobook or podcast, the right pair of headphones can make any workout or even a stroll way more enjoyable. If you’re looking for quality sound and a well-rounded experience without breaking the bank, check out these Sony LinkBuds, now on sale for just $145 on Amazon.

Sony LinkBuds

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These wireless earbuds have a unique, open design that separates them from competitors like Apple’s AirPods. We liked the lightweight and innovative design of these headphones and found that they fit comfortably and securely in the ear. The earbuds also have excellent voice-calling capabilities, are IPX4 waterproof and offer good sound for open earbuds. They also feature built-in Alexa and can last up to 23 hours with the charging case.

These buds aren’t the best at drowning out noise because of their open design. So for those looking for noise-canceling headphones, these may not be the top pick — you can see our list of the best noise-canceling headphones here. But if you want to try these out and save $35, act on this limited-time deal today.

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Even if you take out Netflix, Amazon Prime and Disney Plus, you’re still left with what seems like an endless supply of streaming services. Yes, it’s become more convenient than ever to watch movies, but thanks to the sheer amount of choice, it’s also become strangely complicated. Finding out where movies are streaming is one headache, while the mounting number of monthly subscriptions is another — and don’t forget the dent in your wallet it creates. It can be a real pain in the neck.

Thankfully, there are still plenty of services out there that can help keep you entertained without spending a dime. Here are 10 services that offer totally free, totally legal movies you can watch on smart TVs, media streamers and mobile devices. Some offer TV shows as well. Just be ready to sit through some commercials before streaming movies, because that’s how most of these services pay the bills. And don’t expect the option to download free movies for offline viewing. At present, only Hoopla allows you to do that.

Take note: Because selections change regularly, not all the titles listed here may still be available, but we’ll try to keep it up to date.

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Crackle

Crackle

Sony Crackle is an ad-supported streaming service, one that offers both movies and TV shows — including some original content and web series. It’s available on a wide variety of devices and doesn’t even require you to set up an account to watch free movies online, though doing so enables you to save favorites, get recommendations and resume playback if you switch between devices.

Top picks: The Wailing, Coherence

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IMDb

IMDb TV

This streaming service, formerly known as FreeDrive, is part of IMDb, the Internet Movie Database, which is owned by Amazon. In other words, IMDb TV is Amazon’s way of offering ad-supported movie streaming independent of Amazon Prime. And IMDb TV isn’t limited to movies; there are TV episodes available as well. Unfortunately, there’s a viewing limitation: The IMDb TV service can be accessed only on PCs and within Prime Video and IMDb apps. 

Top picks: Nightcrawler, Napoleon Dynamite, Lost in Translation (and shout-outs for TV series Lost and Mad Men)

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Hoopla

Got a library card? Check to see if your library has partnered with Hoopla. This digital-media service allows you to check out all kinds of stuff — including movies. When you “borrow” one, you have 72 hours in which to watch it. Your library determines the total number of movies you can borrow each month.

Surprisingly, Hoopla’s mobile apps offer not only streaming, but also a download option for offline viewing.

Top picks: Ex Machina, Raising Arizona and What We Do in the Shadows

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Internet Archive

The Internet Archive is home to all things public domain, including thousands of feature-length movies. Perhaps unsurprisingly, there’s no cost to use the service, nor do you need an account (though you can create one if you want to mark favorites and such).

“Public domain” is code for “old” or “mostly black-and-white,” making this the place for folks interested strictly in classic movies. Thus you’ll find the likes of His Girl Friday, Plan 9 from Outer Space and Gulliver’s Travels. The archive exists only on the web, though, so you’ll need a browser to access it. (Most mobile browsers should work.)

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Kanopy

If your library doesn’t offer Hoopla, maybe it has Kanopy? This commercial-free (yay!) service, which began life in Australia, has made its way to thousands of college campuses worldwide and, more recently, various US libraries. Check the website to see if your library has it — and ask for it if it doesn’t.

Kanopy offers some mainstream stuff, but also a large selection of indie films and documentaries from the likes of PBS and The Great Courses. Its library also includes titles from the esteemed Criterion Collection, which is code for “films.” There’s also a new Kanopy Kids section with loads of family-friendly content.

Top picks: Memento, In the Mood for Love and Lady Bird

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Peacock

A newcomer to this list, Peacock is NBC’s streaming service — and its free tier is surprisingly generous, offering not only the obvious (TV shows) but also some movies you won’t find anywhere else. You’ll have to endure commercial interruptions, of course, but there’s a countdown timer so you’ll know if there’s time to run to the bathroom.

Top picks:  Casino, In Bruges, Jurassic Park, Love Actually, Zombieland

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Pluto

Pluto began life as a live streaming service that offered multiple “channels” of content — including a large selection of CNET video. It has since been purchased by Viacom, which previously owned CNET. Although it seems to be expanding more into the live TV space, with a growing number of news and sports channels, it’s also home to plenty of on-demand free movies.

Top picks:  Drive, The Way of the Dragon, The Terminator and Hot Rod

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Roku

The Roku Channel

The Roku Channel isn’t exclusively a free movie provider, but also an aggregator of new and existing no-cost content. Thus, don’t be surprised if there’s some overlap with some of the free movies available on other services. You’ll find movies from Roku partners such as Lionsgate, MGM, Sony and Warner, along with free content from existing Roku channels such as FilmRise, Popcornflix and Vidmark. 

Needless to say, the channel is available on Roku TVs and devices, but it’s accessible in desktop web browsers, on Amazon Fire TV streamers and in app form as well.

Top picks: Caddyshack, When Harry Met Sally and Halloween

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Tubi

Tubi TV

Home to thousands of free commercial movies (though definitely not commercial-free), Tubi TV’s streaming platform offers content from studios including Lionsgate, MGM and Paramount. To help separate the wheat from the chaff, check out these two categories: Highly Rated on Rotten Tomatoes and Not on Netflix. 

Top picks: Fight Club, I Am Not Your Negro, Stalag 17

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Vudu

Vudu

Walmart’s Vudu video service has been consistently expanding its ad-supported section, which lets you choose from a generous selection of Hollywood movies (mostly older titles, alas) to watch at no charge. To watch free movies online, you’ll need a Vudu account, but it’s free to set one up.

Top picks: I had a hard time finding any, to be honest 

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