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The only headphones and earbuds worth considering this Prime Day

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 10:43

We're well into day two of Amazon Prime Day and, well, there's no easy way to put this: it is but a two-day event — which means today is your last day to snap up a bargain.

Maybe today is the day you treat yourself to a set of earbuds for the gym bag or over-ears for the commute. And if it's something that plays music and the deal's good, you'll find it here, in this little roundup. I'm not including anything I wouldn't buy myself — if the saving isn't good and I don't rate the product, you won't find it here.

• Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale

Whether it's my favorite sports earbuds, the Beats Powerbeats Pro 2, which are only $179 (was $249) in the US, or £179 (was £249) in the UK, or Soundcore Space 2 over-ears, which are just $99 (was $129) in the US, or £99 (was £129) in the UK, there's something here I think you'll love.

Stick with me, there's still plenty of time to bag you an affordable music maestro! Happy shopping!

Today's best Prime Day audio deals, USTop Prime Day headphones deals still live, US

Quietcomfort Headphones: was $359 now $169
This is the older-gen set, not the new 2nd-generation QuietComfort — but for this money and with this iconic design, you cannot go wrong. Oh, and many of the colorways (including this limited-edition green) are in the sale, so you can have a style set to match your fall wardrobe. View Deal

Sony WH-1000XM6: was $459.99 now $378
They're class-leaders for a reason folks. These flagship Sonys really are the best that Sony can offer: think supreme comfort, big cosy ear cups and cocoon of silence ANC. Oh, and a whopping $82 off! View Deal

Need something super-cheap, right now? Here you go: Sony's WH-CH520 on-ears have recently been superseded by the WH-CH530, but look what that has done to the price tag! For the same price as an ad-free Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max bundle you can have these indefinitely — and yes, the sound quality absolutely befits Sony's name. View Deal

With impeccable, immersive audio, an excellent standard of build, and a seemingly endless suite of features, the Sony 1000X The Collexion stand as a fantastic set of over-ear headphones in a highly competitive market. I was hesitant to recommend them regularly in the past due to their steep asking price, but with this deal, I think they're well-worth snapping up.View Deal

Space 2: was $129.99 now $99.99
It seems that Soundcore's over-ears are $10 cheaper than they've ever gone before. Symbolically dropping into double-figures, that makes them seem like a real bargain, especially now that they're half the price of the Pro sibling.View Deal

We raved about the Sennheiser Accentum Plus when we reviewed them a couple years back, talking up their punchy, assertive sound, strong battery life, and quality build. At 56% off, this deal almost feels too good to be true.View Deal

WH-1000XM5: was $248 now $198
Sony's previous-gen flagship headphones are down to an incredible low price, and they're all too easy to recommend. With energetic, bass-heavy sound, a classy design, and excellent ANC, they're an absolute steal at under $200.View Deal

Now that their successor has launched, it's perhaps unsurprising to see the Sennheiser Momentum 4 get a juicy discount for Prime Day. These five-star headphones offer spectacular, impactful audio, huge battery life, and a timeless design that we can't get enough of. And at 43% off, it feels like the perfect time to snap up some of our favorite wireless headphones that Sennheiser has ever put out.View Deal

My colleague often waxes lyrical on his love for the Sennheiser HD 660S2, and it's not hard to see why. They supply nuanced, neutral, and engaging audio and a supremely comfortable fit that's ideal for musicians and audiophiles alike. At almost 30% off, these are worth every penny.View Deal

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Apple Airpods Pro 3 Wireless Earbuds With Active Noise Cancellation: was $249 now $179
Amazon has dropped Apple's AirPods Pro 3 to $179.99, which is the best price you can find right now. Upgrades to the AirPods Pro 3 include vastly improved Active Noise Cancellation and audio, a better in-ear design, live translation and the ability to track heart rate, workouts, and calories burned. They're the complete package, especially for iPhone owners. View Deal

Powerbeats Pro 2: was $249.99 now $179.95
I'll be honest, the lilac (or 'Hyper Purple') is my top choice. I remember that when I tested them, I could choose my review sample loan product, and I loved them. That said, the 'Quick Sand' gray, 'Jet Black', or 'Electric Orange' finishes are all discounted too. If you own an iPhone, your workouts will not be the same after this purchase. View Deal

Liberty 5 Pro: was $169.99 now $135.99
While 20% off isn't as big a saving as for the Space 2, it's nothing to turn your nose up at. I can't see any previous discounts in the deal history, so this could be the first time the buds have been reduced. And they're absolutely worth it — one of my colleagues won't use anything else. View Deal

Another of my colleagues has been using the Sennheiser IE 200 for years, and they've never let him down. The level of detail they can unearth would be impressive enough at full-price, so this deal makes them a true must-buy for audiophiles or musicians on a budget.View Deal

Accentum Open Wireless Earbuds: was $129.95 now $59.95
This is a staggeringly low price for a pair of wireless earbuds from this brand. With a flexible open-style fit, 28 hours of battery life, and IPX4 waterproofing. From a trusted name such as Sennheiser, there's a lot to like about this deal.View Deal

The best Prime Day audio deals, UK Top Prime Day headphones deals still live, UK

They may not be Sony's newest flagship model, but the Sony WH-1000XM5 still have an awful lot to offer, with amazing ANC, exciting and punchy audio, an attractive look, and no end of features to play around with in Sony's Sound Connect app. At less than £200, you're looking at an unbeatable value for money option.View Deal

I love the expansive sound signature of the Sony 1000X The Collexion, as well as their incredibly comfortable fit, luxurious looks, and gigantic feature-set. Now, you can net £75 off Sony's most premium wireless headphones ever, making them a must-buy for anyone that wants the ultimate blend of premium sound and design.View Deal

Space 2: was £129.99 now £99.99
Double-figure pricing on these reliable over-ears is great, especially because it puts them at the same price point as many tempting rivals. All the color options are reduced too, so you can get the lovely blue version I use.View Deal

If you're a fan of on-ears, then I'd highly recommend scooping up the Sony WH-CH520 right now. For under £30, the quality you get in return is astonishing. With clean, balanced sound, 50 hours of battery life, and excellent in-app controls, there's just so much to love.View Deal

We're huge fans of the Sennheiser Accentum Plus here at TechRadar, and continue to recommend them regularly, even years after release. They offer punchy, assertive audio, plenty of playtime, and a stylish look that already felt like great value for money. So now, at almost half-price, it would be impossible for me not to advise you to snap these up!View Deal

HD660 S2: was £369 now £305
Finally, we have a set of audiophile-grade wired headphones in the Sennheiser HD 660S2. Our Reviews Editor, Josh Russell, always speaks highly of his pair, which offer satisfyingly neutral, insightful sound as well as an ergonomic fit and eye-catching design. A tidy saving of £64 only adds another reason to grab these, whether you enjoy making music or you're a hobbyist audiophile.View Deal

Top Prime Day earbuds deals still live, UK

The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are some of the best running headphones you can buy, now at a steep discount. They beat their predecessor in almost every category, with a modern Apple H2 chip, lighter weight, longer battery life, and new features like heart-rate monitoring and Qi wireless charging. The battery lasts an impressive 45 hours total with both the buds and case, which beats many of the best workout earbuds by a long shot.View Deal

Liberty 5 Pro: was £149.99 now £112.49
At a quarter off, this is the biggest proportional saving of the lot. The discount applies on all four color options, but not the Pro Max model. Personally, I'd go for the Pros, even before the discount, and the wider price discrepancy makes it a no-brainer. View Deal

I've not tried the Sennheiser Accentum Open Wireless Earbuds yet, but this deal felt too good to leave out. With an ergonomic open-style fit, IPX4 waterproofing, and 28 hours of battery life, you're getting an awful lot of value for sub-£50 Sennheiser earbuds.View Deal

The Sennheiser IE 200 might just be some of my favorite IEMs ever made. That comes down to the fact that they provide such impressive levels of detail and insight while remaining highly affordable. So now, at less than £85, I would urge any audio enthusiast on a budget to scoop these up. View Deal

I take the Sennheiser CX 80U with me everywhere I go to use with my Nintendo Switch 2 or listen to tunes on my phone, and they continue to impress me no end. They offer amazing audio quality, with especially refined treble and instrument separation, plus the convenience of USB-C connectivity, and even a built-in mic for taking calls. In my view, there aren't any similarly priced USB-C earbuds that can compete with these. View Deal

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Want a gaming TV upgrade in time for GTA 6? Here are the 3 we recommend — all personally tested by us

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 10:37

After what feels like forever, GTA 6 is finally due for release on November 19, 2026. With that in mind, it might be a good time to think about upgrading your TV for this generation's most anticipated game. Thankfully, Amazon Prime Day has arrived with deals on top TVs.

• Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale

We here at TechRadar test the best gaming TVs all the time, putting them through their paces with fast-paced, high performance games to make sure they can handle the action. While there are tons of great gaming TVs out there, we've picked three of our favorites that will be perfect for GTA 6.

Quick links TV deals in the US TV deals in the UK Our 3 perfect for GTA 6 TVs LG C6 FutureDisney / Future Warner Bros. / FutureFuture

The LG C6 is truly the whole package, delivering brilliant performance with every feature you could need and all for a better price than its rivals. Available in 42-83-inch sizes, it really can fit any room: perfect for a gaming setup.

The C6 carries a full suite of features for gaming, with 4K 165Hz, full VRR (including FreeSync and G-Sync), Dolby Vision gaming and ALLM, as well as a ton of Game Optimizer settings to really customize your playstyle. I measured the C6's input lag time at 9.2ms for 4K 60Hz (with Boost activated) and 4.7ms for 1080p 120Hz: which are both superb results.

In practice, gaming on the C6 was incredibly smooth. Darting around battle sequences in Battlefield V to avoid enemy gunfire was judder-free, and the C6 showcased its razor-sharp response times whenever a big battle took place. As you're tearing around Vice City in GTA 6, expect a very smooth experience on the C6.

The C6's picture quality is up there with the best TVs. During my testing, its bold, dynamic colors were perfect for movies like Elemental, accurately rendering the dazzling oranges and blues of the fire and water people respectively. Expect the same when you're exploring Vice City's streets, whether it's the neon-clad nightlife or the bright, vibrant outfits of the locals. The C6 also has deep, inky blacks as you'd expect from an OLED: perfect for night-time scenes.

The C6 excels in offering everything you need from a TV, and while it is a premium price for many, what offers for said price is incredible value, often cheaper than its major rivals.

65-inch C6 4k OLED TV (2026): was $1699.99 now $1499.99
The LG C6 is an excellent all-rounder, delivering fantastic picture quality and performance for movies, TV, sports and gaming. It's a notable upgrade over its predecessor, the LG C5, but still for the same launch price. The 65-inch is available at Amazon for $1,499. We've also seen it a 3rd party seller on Amazon for $1,449, but stock is low. View Deal

48-inch C6 4K OLED TV (2026): was £1199 now £1049
Not many TVs can cover the wide range of content that the LG C6 does, be that movies, gaming, sports etc, and even fewer can do it so well. The C6 delivers on almost every front, and stands out as a brilliant value option in an expensive market. The 55-inch model has dropped £1,049 at Richer Sounds.

LG C6 48-inch: was £1,199 now £1,087 at AmazonView Deal

C5 48-inch 4K OLED TV (2025): was £999 now £819
Bonus UK deal! While the LG C5 doesn't have the picture accuracy, newer processor or new panel (in 77 and 83-inch sizes) of the C6, it is still an excellent TV for gaming. While stock of the C5 continues to thin out, the 48-inch model is available at Crampton & Moore for £799. We've seen the price fluctuate a couple of times, so check out PRC Direct if it goes back up again.

LG C5 48-inch: was £999 now £819 at PRC DirectView Deal

TCL QM7L/TCL C7L Future / James HollandFuture / James HollandFuture / James HollandFuture / James Holland

The TCL QM7L (known as the C7L in the UK) is the definition of value. We thought it "almost reached the heights of TCL's flagship TVs, but at a much lower price". While it may not have the brightness of the step-up QM8L/C8L, it still delivers great colors, excellent clarity and brilliant backlight control. We haven't fully tested the C7L ourselves yet, but should be virtually identical to the QM7L as they carry the same SQD mini-LED panel, processor and features.

The QM7L is well equipped for gaming, with 4K 144Hz, FreeSync Premium Pro, Dolby Vision gaming and ALLM all featured. During our testing, we found that "whether it was Madden 26 or Star Wars: Outlaws, the picture was crisp and the action was smooth." This bodes well for the chaotic, open-world of GTA 6, where the action will almost certainly need to be smooth as you try to shake-ff a five-star wanted level.

The QM7L's picture is truly impressive for the price. Watching The Batman, we found the QM7L rendered the fast-paced Batmobile chase scene with real clarity. Watching Coco, the QM7L faithfully delivered the vibrant colors of the land of the dead. The QM7L also shows off TCL's Halo Control System, resulting in great backlight control during a scene in Soul, where a bright character against a dark background showed no blooming.

As we said above, we've not fully tested the C7L in the UK yet, but we have tested its predecessor the C7K which in itself was a brilliant TV. With a new SQD mini-LED panel, it can only get better.

The real highlight here though is the QM7L's price. Launching for a great price, the QM7L receives regular discounts throughout the year and is often among the most competitively priced TV on the market.

65-inch QM7L SQD mini-LED 4K TV (2026): was $997.99 now $897.99
The TCL QM7L is superb value for money, with this deal taking the 65-inch model under $900. It's perfect for gaming, with excellent performance and picture quality that's sure to work well for games like GTA 6, as well as movies and TV shows. View Deal

55-inch C7L: was £1099 now £849.15
Packed with nearly every feature you could need for gaming, as well as great picture quality for movies, the TCL C7L is excellent value for money. This deal at Richer Sounds knocks the 55-inch model down to £849.15: excellent value for a TV with this much to offer. View Deal

LG B6FutureDisney / Future FutureWarner Bros. / Future

Unsurprisingly, the third TV on this list is another LG OLED, but this time it's the entry-level LG B6. If you've been researching this TV, you may notice that in certain sizes, there are two models: the B6 and B6E. I've personally tested both these TVs and aside from some AI picture features and a plainer back panel, the B6E performs virtually the same and carries the same major features but at a cheaper price.

The B6 comes equipped with four HDMI 2.1 ports that support 4K 120Hz, full VRR, ALLM and Dolby Vision gaming, as well as the Game Optimizer menu: virtually the same feature-set as the step-up C6. I also measured the B6's input lag at 8.9ms at 4K 60Hz and 4.9 at 1080p 120Hz, which are amazing results.

Playing Battlefield V on the B6, I found the TV's response times to be fantastic, resulting in super-smooth gameplay. Whether I was flying around the skies in a commandeered plane in a desert mission or sprinting to avoid enemy fire, the B6 expertly handled the action. For GTA 6 then, as you're no doubt tearing around the streets of Vice City in some ridiculously fast car, you can expect the B6 will do a great job with the action.

The B6's picture quality is also great. Its colors are rich and vibrant, making the pink flowers in a tree from Wicked or the dazzling oranges, reds and purples of a glittery vase in Elemental all pop on screen. It also demonstrates strong contrast, with a great balance between light and dark tones, shown in The Batman's many high-contrast scenes. As you're moving around Vice City, whether it's during the colorful nightlife or bright daytime, the B6 is sure to deliver a well-rounded picture.

It's worth noting that the B6E is better value than the B6, but both are still great entry-level OLED prices. The B6 is your only option in 48-inch, but this TV has dropped to some seriously low prices. And in larger sizes, the B6E is a no-brainer.

65-inch B6E 4K OLED TV (2026): was $1899.99 now $999.99
The B6E offers a cheaper alternative to the LG B6 without compromising on any major features. It delivers the same great picture quality and fantastic gaming performance, making it a real all-rounder. You can get the 65-inch model at Best Buy for under $1,000: sensational value for a 2026 OLED of this size. View Deal

48-inch B6 4K OLED TV (2026): was £999 now £887
The LG B6 48-inch is a superb TV for gaming in a smaller room. Carrying a full suite of features with performance to match, the B6 is also top-notch for movies, with a nice brightness increase over its predecessor. This deal takes the 48-inch down to £887. View Deal

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11 home office essentials for a cozy workspace this fall

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 10:35

As I sat down at my desk this morning, something felt different. I sipped my coffee and looked around. Nothing had moved, but the room had changed.

Several sips of coffee later, it clicked. The familiar feeling of fall had finally settled in. The room was darker, cooler, and a light mist was visible from my office window. For me, this time of year has always been my favorite. The chaos of Summer is behind us; it’s cozy sweater season.

As I spend more time in my home office than any other single space, I started thinking about how I can create a cozier work environment in the coming months. This collection offers 11 ideas on how to do just that. Some of these items are already trusted parts of my desk setups; others are on my list to consider investing in this year.

Oh, and they are all in the Prime Big Deal Days sale at the time of writing.

COMFIER Back Massager With Heat

Nextmug by Nextboom Temperature-Controlled, Self-Heating Coffee Mug

Snailax Heated Footrest

Amazon Basics Ceramic Portable Mini Space Heater for Office Desk

Bedsure Soft Fleece Throw

SONORAN Merino Wool Fingerless Gloves

SweetSlubr Memory Foam Seat Cushion

LISUNAR Electric Candle Warmer Lamp Black

LitONES Led Desk Lamp

Air-Scent Waterless Diffuser

Contigo Byron Vacuum-Insulated Stainless Steel Travel Mug

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Ninja's vertical waffle maker just landed in the UK — and I can't wait to try it

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 10:19

Not content with taking over the worlds of air fryers, blenders, and coffee machines, Ninja has launched a new waffle maker, with five crispiness settings so you can achieve exactly the right level of browning.

Unlike a conventional waffle iron, which requires you to carefully pour batter onto a horizontal plate, the Ninja Belgian Waffle Maker stands upright. You pour your mix in easily, from the top, and the batter is evenly distributed inside for perfectly-shaped results. The upright orientation also means Ninja's waffle maker has a much smaller footprint than a standard waffle iron. You even get a specially designed pouring cup to keep mess to a minimum.

Your waffles will be cooked evenly from both sides so there's no need to flip them, the generous space inside means they will always turn out thick and even, and its nano-ceramic non-stick coating means you won't have to spend ages at the sink scrubbing at cooked-on waffle mix.

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You can even pick your preferred finish, whether you like your waffle soft and pillowy, or golden and crispy (I certainly lean on the latter side). When it's done, a green light and a beep will let you know it's time to release your waffle and tuck in — no need for guesswork.

It's not the first vertical waffle maker I've seen (German company Caso Design launched its WaffleUp in 2023, for example), but the new Ninja appliance is the first that makes square Belgian waffles with deep pockets to hold plenty of toppings.

The Ninja Belgian Waffle Maker is on sale now for £99.99 direct from SharkNinja.

Ninja Prime Day deals

Amazon has knocked hundreds of pounds off Ninja kitchen appliances in its Prime Day sale, and I've rounded up a selection of my favorite offers below. You'll need to move quickly though, because these offers will end at midnight tonight (October 7).

 Ninja Luxe Café Premier Espresso Machine

Pros
  • Consistently great espresso pulls and coffee brews
  • Quick and easy to use
  • Striking, sturdy build
  • Excellent value
Cons
  • Bulky
  • No hot water line

 Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker

Pros
  • Creates creamy, smooth frozen desserts
  • Impressive results when making diary-free ice cream
  • Simple to use
Cons
  • Can only make small quantities of ice cream
  • Base mix must be frozen completely flat
  • Noisy in use

 Ninja Slushi Professional Drink Maker

Pros
  • Straightforward, easy-to-use control panel
  • Simple to make various frozen drinks
  • Delicious, less-watered-down results
  • Quiet operation
Cons
  • Heavy, tall build
  • Not always the best drink consistency

 Ninja Crispi Glass Air Fryer

Pros
  • Portable
  • Four cooking modes
  • Glass cooking dishes in multiple sizes
  • Cook, serve, and store food in the glass dishes
  • Easy to clean
Cons
  • Baking mode isn’t great
  • Not particularly attractive on the counter

 Ninja Foodi 11-in-1 Multicooker

Pros
  • One lid for all cooking functions
  • Dishwasher safe accessories
  • Versatile and easy to use
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Lacks some of the features of the more premium model
  • Cooking pot doesn’t have a flat base

 Ninja BlendBoss Blender

Pros
  • Quick and easy to use
  • Powerful blending
  • Four blending modes
  • Easy cleanup
  • Blends right into tumbler
  • Fairly small footprint
Cons
  • Must have a good amount of liquid
  • Minor flaw in lid design
  • Fairly pricey
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GM Is Promising Hybrids Again, So Why Does It Rub Me the Wrong Way?

CNET News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 09:32
The automaker has reaffirmed its hybrid plans just as its EV lineup finds its footing. A history of killing promising tech has me worried.
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Ring’s Debut Smart Lock Solves the Category’s Biggest Issue: Dead Battery Lockouts

CNET News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 09:00
Ring’s foray into smart locks brings a first-of-its-kind feature that solves one of the categories biggest pain points.
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Ring's new Smart Lock lets you crank your way back inside

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 09:00

Ring is expanding its product lineup again with the Ring Smart Lock, and it comes at a busy time for Amazon and the broader smart home sphere. But Ring founder Jamie Siminoff sees the expansion as precisely staying within the company's mission.

"For us, it's really around like making your home more secure... more manageable, and more peace of mind," he told me.

The newcomer is the Ring Smart Lock, set to launch in the United States in Q1 2027 for $249 in three finishes: black, silver, and brass. There aren't plans for an international launch as of yet, but that price converts to around £190 / AU$360.

It doesn't seek to reinvent the wheel. Instead, as Siminoff put it, it aims to solve "range anxiety" — the worry that a smart lock that loses power "becomes a brick".

How? Alongside typing in a numeric code, scanning a fingerprint, or using the Ring app or Alexa, the Smart Lock has a decidedly manual solution for when the battery dies. What would effectively make the lock non-functional is solved with a hand crank, which Ring calls the Power Dial and which looks like a dial on the front.

(Image credit: Ring)

After five to eight turns, depending on how quickly you crank it, the Power Dial charges a supercapacitor to give you 10 to 30 seconds of power. That's enough to punch in your code and unlock the door. It doesn't charge the main Ring quick-replace battery pack, though, which Siminoff says lasts about a year.

Rather, it's a small jumpstarter of sorts, and he says there's a reason for that. Putting a little hand-cranked energy into the battery would be like "a garden hose in an Olympic-sized swimming pool." But the feature is ultimately designed to help in the moment where the battery dies.

That's the real differentiator here, and one Siminoff hopes will strike a chord with potential buyers. "I think all of the things to fix the problem of the battery dying have not been great until now," he said. The usual fallback is a metal key stashed somewhere around the house, a solution he called medieval.

Siminoff says the idea occurred to him while he was building a house he expected to use less often when the builder asked which lock he wanted. That sent him shopping for a smart lock, and he wasn't impressed by what he found. So he started wondering whether a smart lock could power itself, and this is where AI comes in.

Siminoff turned to Amazon Q, Amazon's internal AI assistant, to see if a hand crank could generate enough power. "At first I thought that hand-cranking must not work to give enough power... because no one's done it," he said.

But as he kept going through it, he realized that with a small enough motor, a supercapacitor would be enough, and it wouldn't add much cost. It does work, he said, and "I don't know why no one else has done it."

That's the real payoff, he says. Before, an idea like this would have meant pulling a team off other work for months, "not even knowing if it could work." Now, "I can sort of synthetically do all of that by myself," he said. It also spares his engineers a dead end. It's very possible, he noted, that a team would have come back with a design where "the lock would be like this big... hand-cranked, like you have to get on a bicycle and power it," he said, laughing. "That just wouldn't work."

By the time he took the idea to his team, he was handing them a "here's what I want built," because, as he put it, "Okay, it is worth taking 10 people to build this, because I actually know it's going to get built."

And he gives AI credit for a lot more than this one lock. Asked about the team's work on new 4K cameras and the Smart Lock, he said, "AI has been a huge... super, or super intelligence has been a huge tailwind... to like really pushing us, you know, just faster."

Of the lock itself, he added, "It's still hard to build this... and it's hard to do it, but it's a thousand times easier, and I don't think without AI we would have been able to get there." It certainly shows the potential AI can have for creating products as well.

So we'll kind of let Alexa sort of lead the way on that

Jamie Siminoff

There's also the subject of connectivity beyond the rest of the features for the Smart Lock. As expected, it plays nicely with the Ring app and Alexa. It also has Amazon Sidewalk built in, so it can stay online if your home Wi-Fi flakes out. If you're not a fan of the shared network, though, that's worth a closer look before you buy, as Ring confirms final specs.

Ring didn't announce support for Apple Home or Matter with the Smart Lock, and Siminoff sees it more as Ring leaving those connectivity arms to Alexa. "We probably won't do anything directly as Ring, because it's more the Alexa integrations, because Alexa already has a lot of lock integrations and other stuff, so we'll kind of let Alexa sort of lead the way on that."

The Ring app will be where you can grant access, check if it's locked or unlocked, and set schedules as well.

(Image credit: Future/Jacob Krol)

Even so, I think there will be a lot of people in the market for smart locks looking for that extra connectivity, or even support for Apple's Home Key standard. You can still unlock the door from your phone through the Ring app as you walk up, but it might not be a one-for-one match. Also, if you're not a fan of Sidewalk, this might not be the best fit for you.

The Smart Lock will launch in Q1 2027 in the United States, although aspects of the product could change as we approach launch, as it has not yet been authorized by the FCC.

It's also arriving just days before a rumored entry from Apple back into the smart home space, and in an already crowded smart lock market.

(Image credit: Future/Jacob Krol)

Ring isn't just announcing the Smart Lock today, either. It's also announcing a slew of cameras, including a new Pan and Tilt offering that can track motion on both the horizontal and vertical axes and has a built-in privacy shutter. It's also expanding its higher-resolution Retinal 4K to more cameras.

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The Samsung S90H is a great mid-range OLED TV that solves one of the LG C6's major shortcomings — here's why I recommend it

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 09:00

OLED TVs have typically struggled when it comes to bright-room viewing, and while they're improving at the flagship end of the market, mid-range models can still struggle — apart from the Samsung S90H. Samsung's latest mid-range OLED uses a glare-free screen, and right now it's on sale for Amazon Prime Day.

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If you're in the US, you can get the 65-inch Samsung S90H for $1,497.99 (was $1,897.99) at Amazon, which is its lowest ever price since its release in April this year.

If you're in the UK, you can pick up the 55-inch S90H for £1,499 (was £1,599) at Currys. The LG C5 55-inch is cheaper at the moment, but if you have a bright room, the S90H is the better option (more on that below).

Today's best Samsung S90H deals

Samsung 65-Inch S90H 4K OLED TV: was $1897.99 now $1497.99
The Samsung S90H is the brand's 2026 mid-range OLED TV. It's the first TV in this series to get Samsung's effective Glare Free screen, making it a great option for bright rooms. It delivers great picture quality, and is ideal for gamers, with a full suite of features. This deal knocks $400 off the 65-inch model, hitting a new record-low price. View Deal

55-inch S90H 4K OLED TV: was £1599 now £1499
If you want a good value OLED for a bright room, there's not much better than the Samsung S90H. Its Glare Free screen is effective at eliminating reflections, while still delivering brilliant picture quality. Gamers will be pleased with its full list of features as well. This deal knocks £100 off the 55-inch model at Currys. View Deal

Great for bright rooms

(Image credit: Warner Bros / Future )

While the LG C6 is one of the best OLED TVs I've tested this year, one issue I had with it is its reflective screen. Reflections have plagued OLED for years, but Samsung's Glare Free tech, introduced in 2023, does a fantastic job of eliminating mirror-like reflections in bright rooms. However, it was reserved for the flagship S95 OLED series, until now.

The Samsung S90H, the 2026 mid-range OLED model, has the Glare Free screen, and it fills a mid-range-OLED-for-bright-rooms-sized hole in the market. While I've not fully tested the S90H yet (though it's waiting in our test lab), I did get to see it in-person.

Testing the S90H in a room with plenty of natural light on a bright morning was the perfect test for the S90H's Glare Free screen, and it did better than I imagined. Watching dark movies like The Revenant was surprisingly hassle-free, with the S90H retaining deep black tones while effectively eliminating the mirror-like reflections of the large balcony windows next to me.

This feat was even more impressive given that the S90H won't have the brightness of the flagship S95H/S99H, which further helps the latter with bright-room viewing.

Outside of its bright-room viewing capabilities, the S90H delivers punchy HDR highlights, along with vibrant, bold and accurate colors. The night market scene in Blade Runner: 2049 was a perfect showcase for this, as well as for the S90H's crisp, lifelike textures.

For gamers, the S90H carries a feature set similar to the best gaming TVs. It has four HDMI 2.1 ports, with 4K 165Hz, full VRR (including FreeSync and G-Sync), HDR10+ gaming, ALLM and the very useful Game Hub which offers plenty of cloud gaming options.

If you're looking for a mid-range OLED for a bright room, the S90H really is a no-brainer and this is the best price you're going to find it today.

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Every Amazon Fire tablet is on sale right now — but you might still want to wait

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 09:00

It wouldn’t be much of an Amazon Prime Day if Amazon’s own devices weren’t on sale, so as you might expect, various Fire tablets are discounted right now, including — depending on your region — the Amazon Fire Max 11, the Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023), the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024), the Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro (2023), and the Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (2024).

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Amazon’s Fire tablets always act as relatively affordable alternatives to the likes of an iPad or Samsung Galaxy Tab, and right now they’re even more of a bargain, with the Amazon Fire HD 10 (2023), for example, now just $72.99 (was $154.99) in the US, while in the UK, the Amazon Fire HD 8 (2024) is £64.99 (was £124.99).

But you might want to hold off on buying one of these tablets anyway, as a new model could be about to land. We’ll get into that below, but first, if you can’t wait, here are the deals available right now:

Today's best Amazon Fire tablet deals in the USToday's best Amazon Fire tablet deals in the UKWhy you might want to wait

The original Amazon Fire Max 11 (Image credit: Amazon)

Amazon Prime Day is traditionally a great time to buy Fire tablets, and that’s largely true this year as well, but it’s worth knowing what you might be missing out on if you do grab one of these deals.

Various leaks have suggested that a new Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet might launch by the end of the year, replacing the current model — which has already been discontinued in the US anyway.

We first heard about this upcoming tablet back in 2025, when we learned that it might run Android rather than Fire OS, meaning you’d have access to the Google Play Store and more apps than you can get on Amazon’s existing Fire tablets.

That said, it might also be priced higher, with that report pointing to a $400 (roughly £300 / AU$575) price tag — and with the RAM crisis ongoing, it’s possible it could be even higher now.

The original Amazon Fire Max 11 (Image credit: Amazon)

Much more recently, this tablet appeared again, with an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) application being filed and spotted by GoodEreader. That was filed in late August, and typically products launch within a few months of the filing, so we’ll likely see the Amazon Fire Max 11 this year.

Its other specs, according to this latest report, apparently include a MediaTek MT8189 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 64GB of internal storage, making this a low-end to mid-range device — but still more powerful than Amazon’s current Fire tablets.

So, whether this device is worth waiting for will probably depend on how much power you need, whether Android is a big draw, and whether you’re willing to pay for these upgrades.

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Ring reveals 5 new security cameras in 4K and 2K — here are the details

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 09:00
  • There are 5 new Ring cameras to get familiar with
  • One model is Ring's first 4K indoor camera for the home
  • The cameras are available to buy and pre-order now

Ring just announced a major round of new models for its smart home security camera line-up, and there's something for everyone in the new batch of devices — which include the first Ring indoor 4K camera for home use, as well as some notable upgrades on video resolutions and power options.

That model is a good place to start: the Ring Indoor Cam 4K brings with it "retinal 4K" to Ring's indoor cameras, an upgrade from the 2K currently on offer. It boasts a 115-degree field of view, dual-band Wi-Fi 6, and a physical privacy shutter. It's available to buy from today for $99.99 / £79.99 (it won't be available in Australia).

The other indoor camera here is the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam 2K (an upgrade for the 1080p version, and with 360 degrees of pan coverage and 175-degree tilt it can follow motion automatically (handy for misbehaving pets) or be controlled manually (if you need to see a different part of the room). It also comes with a privacy shutter for extra peace of mind and is available to buy from today for $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$109.

Then we have three outdoor cameras. The Floodlight Cam 4K Plus sits just below the current Floodlight Cam 4K Pro, while still offering that high-resolution 4K video, 24/7 recording, and smart motion detection (as well as the floodlight, of course). You can pre-order it today for $219.99 / £199.99 (Australia will again miss out).

4K everywhere you want it

The Floodlight Cam 4K Plus (left) and Spotlight Cam 4K Plus (right) (Image credit: Ring)

Next up is the Spotlight Cam 4K Plus, which brings with it 4K video, a 550-lumen spotlight, and a host of power options: battery, plug-in, and solar. It's an upgrade on the current Spotlight Cam 2K Plus, but sits below the Spotlight Cam 4K Pro (with (660-lumen lights). It's available to pre-order from today for $199.99 / £179.99 (there's no again no Australia availability).

Perhaps the most impressive of the new cameras is the Outdoor Cam 4K Plus. As well as 4K, we've also got battery, plug-in, hardwired, solar, and Power-over-Ethernet options for power — the ultimate in flexibility. There's already a 4K Pro version of this, but this Plus model is adding the hardwired and solar options. You can pre-order it today for $149.99 / £129.99.

Ring's camera range is already a well-stocked one, and the main themes here are resolution and power option upgrades for the mid-range models — plus bringing 4K into the home with a Ring camera for the first time.

It's a shame that not all models will be available worldwide — the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Camera 2K, for example, is the only one of these models available in Australia for now. But Ring fans in the US and UK now have a lot more security camera options to choose from.

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Prime Day Ninja deals: save on my favorite drip and espresso coffee makers

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 08:47

Ninja doesn't just produce coffee makers — its multi-function brewers can prepare drip coffee, espresso, and even cold brew, all in one. As TechRadar's resident coffee expert, I'm consistently impressed by their all-round performance, so I was delighted to see that so many of them have received big price cuts for Amazon Prime Day.

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Here I've put together a list of my three favorite Ninja brewers, plus links to all of today's best prices in both the US and the UK. If you can't see the Ninja coffee machine you're after, I've also provided links below that will take you directly to the appropriate deals pages at all the major retailers.

Ninja deal quick linksUS linksUK linksBest all-roundNinja Luxe Café PremierFutureFutureFutureFutureFutureFuture

This Ninja coffee maker (originally called the Luxe Café) is a makes espresso, filter coffee, and cold brew all in one, and is excellent for beginners. When preparing an espresso, for example, the machine does the hard work of dialing in the grinder for you, suggesting an appropriate grind size and then funneling the prepared coffee neatly into the filter basket.

A calibrated tamper helps you create a perfectly even bed of coffee, and once the handle is inserted under the brewing group, the Luxe Café Premier will time your shot to make sure it's not extracting too fast or slow.

You can push the steam wand down into your milk jug to use the automatic frothing system, or lift it a few degrees to use it manually, depending on how confident you feel. We found that the auto system worked equally well with dairy milk and plant-based substitutes like oat and almond.

The Luxe Café Premier takes the trial and error out of making coffee, handling the trickiest barista tasks for you and helping even first-time users produce a consistently well-extracted brew with a fully rounded flavor, and comes highly recommended.

Read our full Ninja Luxe Café Premier review

Luxe Café Premier: was $599.99 now $499.99
Amazon has knocked $100 off this superb beginner-friendly coffee maker, and the deal applies to four colorways so you can find one that matches your kitchen. It's the only appliance you need for your coffee nook.View Deal

Luxe Café Premier: was £549.99 now £429.99
Amazon's Prime Day deal is even better in the UK, shaving almost a quarter off the list price. I've seen it a little cheaper before, but not by much, so it's up to you whether you grab it now, or hold out for an even more generous offer on Black Friday.View Deal

Best automaticNinja AutoBarista ProKaren Freeman / FutureKaren Freeman / FutureKaren Freeman / FutureKaren Freeman / FutureKaren Freeman / FutureKaren Freeman / Future

The Ninja AutoBarista Pro is another multi-function coffee maker, but unlike the Luxe Café, this is a fully automatic machine that handles the entire brewing process for you. Just pick your preferred drink from the full color touchscreen, then sit back while the Pro does the work.

This is an upgraded version of the original AutoBarista, with the added benefit of swappable bean carafes so you can choose between two different coffees on the fly (perfect if, like me, you prefer to switch to decaf in the afternoon), plus an expanded menu. The 'Grind IQ' feature automatically dials in the ideal grind size for your chosen beans, and you can choose to brew hot or cold, with the latter producing a mellow, smooth-tasting drink that's ideal for summer days.

The automatic milk frother is a real highlight as well. During our tests it worked equally well with dairy and plant-based milk, and can produce different textures depending on the drink you've selected, with just the right proportions of steamed milk and foam.

Read our full Ninja Autobarista Pro review

The Ninja AutoBarista Pro isn't included in Amazon's Prime Day sale (in fact, it doesn't appear to be available there at all) but Costco members can grab it for $80 off the list price, which is a great saving and better than any other retailer.View Deal

The Autobarista Pro isn't included in Amazon's Prime Day sale in the UK either, but the original Autobarista is. The biggest difference is that this model lacks the swappable bean carafes, but it's still a superb coffee maker — particularly with £130 off.View Deal

Best for drip coffeeNinja Prestige DualBrew SystemFutureFutureFutureFutureFutureFutureFuture

This two-in one coffee maker, also known as the Ninja Espresso and Coffee Barista System in the US, is part drip coffee maker, part Nespresso machine — and it's ideal for mornings when you're feeling groggy and want to enjoy a fresh brew as quickly as possible.

The drip coffee maker on the left-hand side offers a choice of brew sizes, three profiles (normal, rich, and over ice), and a timer so you can prepare everything last thing at night. When you wake, the double-walled carafe will be full of fresh coffee, kept at the ideal temperature by a smart hot plate designed to avoid overheating your drink and spoiling its flavor — and it works.

The Nespresso machine on the right-hand side uses Nespresso Original pods (the ones shaped like a little top hat) and again offers a choice of three brew sizes. Once it's reached temperature (both parts of the Barista System use the same water tank), it can brew a very nicely balanced espresso in about a minute.

Read our full Ninja Prestige DualBrew System review

Expresso and Coffee Barista System: was $279.99 now $229.95
This is a relatively modest saving for Prime Day, but still respectable when you consider just how much you're getting for your cash — this one appliance can replace both an espresso machine and a drip coffee maker on your kitchen counter.View Deal

Prestige DualBrew System: was £249.99 now £169.99
There's a much more generous Prime Day offer in the UK, with almost a third off this all-purpose coffee maker. The silver color option is on offer too, but you'll get the biggest saving if you opt for this darker gunmetal version.View Deal

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What is the release date for Crystal Lake on Peacock?

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 08:32

Crystal Lake is one of the biggest horror releases in October 2026, and we don't have long until we can binge watch this Friday the 13th spin-off series.

I've been feeling really excited about this series, which sees Linda Cardellini stepping into the shoes of iconic villain Pamela Voorhees. Despite her being such an important character in the original Friday the 13th movie, we haven't really seen a lot of her.

Crystal Lake focuses on Pamela before the events of Friday the 13th. The story takes place a year after a young, sickly Jason Voorhees tragically drowns. As a result, his single mother, Pamela Voorhees, is consumed by grief and clings to a desperate, delusional hope that her son is somehow still alive.

Interested? Read on to see when you can watch Crystal Lake.

What time can I watch Crystal Lake on Peacock?

Crystal Lake arrives just in time for your Halloween celebrations, alongside this month's new horror movies. Outside of Peacock, it will be able to stream internationally via places like Sky/NOW TV in the UK, but release dates do vary depending on which territory you're in.

Usually new releases hit the platform at midnight Pacific Time, so based on that, here's when and where Crystal Lake is expected to release around the world.

US (Peacock) – Thursday, October 15 at 12am PT / 9pm ET

Canada (Crave) – Thursday, October 15 at 12am PT / 9pm ET

New Zealand (Neon) – Thursday, October 15 at 8pm NZDT

Australia (Stan) – Friday October 16 at 5pm AEDT

UK (Sky/NOW TV) – Monday, October 19 at 8am BST

When do new episodes of Crystal Lake come out?

(Image credit: Peacock)

All eight episodes of Crystal Lake will drop on streaming services at the same time, but right now, we don't have episode titles for all of them. Below I've listed the information we do have at the time of writing.

Here's what to expect from the upcoming Crystal Lake episodes.

Episode 1: The Great Pretender

Episode 2: Are You Experienced?

Episode 3: TBA

Episode 4: TBA

Episode 5: The Acid Queen

Episode 6: Helter Skelter

Episode 7: Blue Skies

Episode 8: TBA

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The Stunning Ceramic Apple Watch Series 12 Is Here, and It’s $49 Off on the Final Amazon Prime Day

CNET News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 07:39
The 46mm cellular model is just $900, but the clock is ticking.
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I review headphones for a living, and these Sennheiser deals are my highlight of the Amazon Prime Day sale — including wired earbuds as well as wireless headphones

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 06:46

I've spent years testing headphones and earbuds here at TechRadar, and Sennheiser is a brand that almost never fails to impress me. You know what you're getting with Sennheiser: faithful, detailed audio, great build quality, and fantastic ergonomics. And so I was delighted to discover that some of the best Sennheiser headphones and earbuds we've tested are discounted in the Amazon Prime Day sales.

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There are a lot of great offers to pick from, but I've narrowed it down to my five favorties for both US and UK shoppers. One of the highlights for me is the Sennheiser IE 200 for $99.95 (was $159.95) in the US and just £81.69 (was £129.99) in the UK — these were already exceptional IEMs for the price, and now they're an absolute steal.

Another amazing bargain is the Sennheiser Accentum Plus for $109.95 (was $249.95) in the US and only £103.19 (was 199.99) in the UK. They're a fantastic-sounding pair of wireless headphones, and at around half-price, they're very easy to recommend.

Want to know more about these sweet deals? Simply scroll on down for the best prices, and additional details on each product.

Today's best Sennheiser deals in the US

I've been using the Sennheiser IE 200 for years, and they've never let me down. The level of detail they can unearth would be impressive enough at full-price, so this deal makes them a true must-buy for audiophiles or musicians on a budget.View Deal

Accentum Open Wireless Earbuds: was $129.95 now $59.95
While I'm yet to try these for myself, this is a staggeringly low price for a pair of wireless earbuds from Sennheiser. With a flexible open-style fit, 28 hours of battery life, and IPX4 waterproofing, there's a lot to like about this deal.View Deal

We raved about the Sennheiser Accentum Plus when we reviewed them a couple years back, talking up their punchy, assertive sound, strong battery life, and quality build. At 56% off, this deal almost feels too good to be true.View Deal

Now that their successor has launched, it's perhaps unsurprising to see the Sennheiser Momentum 4 get a juicy discount for Prime Day. These five-star headphones offer spectacular, impactful audio, huge battery life, and a timeless design that we can't get enough of. And at 43% off, it feels like the perfect time to snap up some of our favorite wireless headphones that Sennheiser has ever put out.View Deal

My esteemed colleague and TechRadar Reviews Editor, Josh Russell, often speaks of his love of the Sennheiser HD 660S2, and it's not hard to see why. They supply nuanced, neutral, and engaging audio and a supremely comfortable fit that's ideal for musicians and audiophiles alike. At almost 30% off, these are worth every penny.View Deal

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The Sennheiser IE 200 might just be some of my favorite IEMs ever made. That comes down to the fact that they provide such impressive levels of detail and insight while remaining highly affordable. So now, at less than £85, I would urge any audio enthusiast on a budget to scoop these up. View Deal

I take the Sennheiser CX 80U with me everywhere I go to use with my Nintendo Switch 2 or listen to tunes on my phone, and they continue to impress me no end. They offer amazing audio quality, with especially refined treble and instrument separation, plus the convenience of USB-C connectivity, and even a built-in mic for taking calls. In my view, there aren't any similarly priced USB-C earbuds that can compete with these. View Deal

I've not tried the Sennheiser Accentum Open Wireless Earbuds yet, but this deal felt too good to leave out. With an ergonomic open-style fit, IPX4 waterproofing, and 28 hours of battery life, you're getting an awful lot of value for sub-£50 Sennheiser earbuds.View Deal

We're huge fans of the Sennheiser Accentum Plus here at TechRadar, and continue to recommend them regularly, even years after release. They offer punchy, assertive audio, plenty of playtime, and a stylish look that already felt like great value for money. So now, at almost half-price, it would be impossible for me not to advise you to snap these up!View Deal

HD660 S2: was £369 now £305
Finally, we have a set of audiophile-grade wired headphones in the Sennheiser HD 660S2. Our Reviews Editor, Josh Russell, always speaks highly of his pair, which offer satisfyingly neutral, insightful sound as well as an ergonomic fit and eye-catching design. A tidy saving of £64 only adds another reason to grab these, whether you enjoy making music or you're a hobbyist audiophile.View Deal

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I've tested almost every Garmin watch — here are the three I recommend for Prime Day

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 06:42

As TechRadar's Senior Fitness and Wearables Editor, it's my job to test every Garmin watch that crosses my desk. As a result, I've tested almost every modern Garmin watch released in the last five years, and I've parsed the Amazon Prime Day Garmin deals to find the best Garmin watches worth your time.

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It's tough to just say "buy this one" and be done with it, because there are a) so many different Garmin watches, each with their own target demographic — adventurers, runners, gym-goers and so on — and b) so many different deals across the US and UK.

I'm not seeing the broad swathes of discounts I've seen in previous years. However, the three deals I've picked offer good value for money — should get a lot out of whichever watch you choose, especially at these reduced prices.

Below, you can find the three models I've chosen, links to the deals, plus a little bit about why I've chosen these particular models, and who should buy them.

Garmin Fenix 8

(Image credit: Future / Matt Evans)

The Garmin Fenix 8 is a powerful watch. In our official Garmin Fenix 8 review, we gave it five stars, calling it "rugged, expensive perfection". It's amazing for long-distance running, skiing, multi-day hikes, and any workout that involves finding your way outdoors. However, it's not cheap.

That's why it's nice to see some lowest-ever prices in the US and the UK for this watch. We know the reason why — the Garmin Fenix 9 Pro and 9 have just been released, so it's only natural to see the Fenix 8 coming down in price. However, that doesn't stop a Fenix 8 for under $750 / £600 feeling less like an extravagant purchase and more like a smart deal.

This is the Garmin deal to get if you're a serious outdoor enthusiast, long-distance athlete, or hiker.

Fenix 8 (47mm): was $999.99 now $731.34
Save an impressive $268.65 on the listing price of the Garmin Fenix 8. This is a lowest-ever price on the standard 47mm Fenix 8, and the only version of the watch that's seriously discounted, with other colors and sizes costing more. However, the middle-of-the-road size offers incredible performance, full-color maps, SatIQ multi-band GPS, all the health metrics you could want, and a battery life of up to 16 days.

Read our full Garmin Fenix 8 reviewView Deal

Fenix 8 (47mm): was £699.99 now £595.56
Save a cool £100 off the UK listing price of the Garmin Fenix 8. This is the ultimate adventure watch, and while the discount isn't quite as good as the US one, the lowest starting retail price means you end up with an equivalent value. Given the price of other watches such as the Forerunner 570, which doesn't have all the features of the Fenix 8, I can heartily recommend this deal.

Read our full Garmin Fenix 8 reviewView Deal

Garmin Forerunner 165

(Image credit: Future)

The Garmin Forerunner 165, like the Garmin Fenix 8, has been replaced in the lineup this year by a more recent model, this time the Garmin Forerunner 170. As a result, we're seeing prices drop on the older model, which means you're getting a good watch at a great price.

When I reviewed the Garmin Forerunner 165, I gave it 4.5 stars, noting its wonderful bright screen, feature-rich software and 11-day battery life as good value for the price even then. It's all-plastic, so it can feel a bit cheap, but it does make the training tool very lightweight.

The US deal gets you 20% off, and while the UK Amazon deal doesn't state a temporary drop in price, it began life as a £249.99 watch, and Currys has it listed at £199 right now, meaning the above Amazon link is the cheapest place to buy it.

As the name suggests, regular runners should look closely at this watch. While it doesn't have full-color maps, it's got more than enough functionality for most people running distances from 5-10km up to marathons, in addition to daily health tracking.

Forerunner 165, Black: was $249.99 now $198.99
The Garmin Forerunner 165 is ideal for runners, as it provides race-adaptive training plans based on your upcoming events, and daily suggested workouts. A combination of buttons and touchscreen operation means it can be used with gloves in the cold winter months, and it tracks your training and recovery with its Readiness score. The Whitestone color is available for an extra $10.

Read our full Garmin Forerunner 165 reviewView Deal

Forerunner 165, Black: was £199.99 now £160.99
Nominally, this isn't a deal, as Amazon hasn't labelled it as such, but the Forerunner 165 has come down in price. You're still saving 20% at Amazon compared to other retailers like Currys, so I'd recommend buying it here rather than elsewhere.

Read our full Garmin Forerunner 165 reviewView Deal

Garmin Vivoactive 5/6

(Image credit: Future)

The Garmin Vivoactive series is a watch for generally active people, rather than one specifically geared towards runners or adventurers, and as a result, it's very popular. I gave the Garmin Vivoactive 6 an impressive 4.5 stars in my review, calling it "a pocket rocket" Its small size and cheaper price make it a great gift, and it's come down in price in the UK.

In the US, the Vivoactive 6 is still at full price. However, the Garmin Vivoactive 5 is shockingly cheap in America, and there isn't that much difference between them. The Vivoactive 6 packs advanced running metrics, course mapping on-wrist, double the storage its Smart Wake alarm, but the two watches share the same screen, software, battery life, fitness tracking and general look.

I'd recommend these watches to gym-goers, joggers or sporty people — anyone who loves the gym or multi-disciplinary forms of exercise, and wants something longer-lasting than an Apple or Samsung watch.

You can save a huge 37% on the Garmin Vivoactive 5 in the US. Its 11-day battery life, bright AMOLED screen and combinations of buttons and touchscreen make it really versatile, while metal accents and notification management ensure it's wearable all week long, and looks nice in the office and on the street as well as in the gym.

Read our full Garmin Vivoactive 5 reviewView Deal

Save 25% on the do-it-all Vivoactive 6 in the UK. It takes the 11-day battery life, AMOLED screen and button-touchscreen of the 5, adding more comprehensive running metrics, a silent Smart Wake alarm linked to your sleep tracking to rouse you at the lightest stage of sleep, basic route navigation features using Garmin's excellent Create a Course functionality, and an Evening Report as well as a Morning one.

Read our full Garmin Vivoactive 6 reviewView Deal

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The next phase of the AI era: why building R&D talent is now a make-or-break investment

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 03:57

Research and Development (R&D) is fundamentally linked to a nation’s prosperity, and ability to respond to major challenges. Without a strong R&D pipeline, innovation and opportunity would be limited.

From tackling the COVID-19 pandemic, to advancing in sustainability and clean energy, R&D has been at the forefront of many breakthroughs.

The AI age is no exception.

Yet, while organizations are investing exponentially in AI, and rushing to adopt the latest tools, many leaders are overlooking a more fundamental foundation that needs to be in place first: the people. While AI may be scaling innovation, it is the R&D professionals that are needed to develop and improve these technologies and implement them effectively.

Organizations that focus entirely on AI adoption, without investing in the skills needed for successful AI deployment, risk forming a capability gap that will hinder them in the long-term. Thus, building talent must become a strategic business priority, or else leaders risk falling behind in the AI age.

Reactive hiring is a losing game

For many organizations, hiring remains a reactive process: recruit when there is a vacancy or the workload needs it. While this approach may have worked in the past, it is no longer aligned with a landscape where demand for specialist tech skills continues to outpace supply. While hiring reactively may solve immediate business challenges, it does not build the long-term knowledge and expertise needed to sustain innovation in the R&D space.

Instead, organizations should think about building talent pipelines. This could mean partnering with universities or offering a range of internships and graduate programs to bring in young people at the start of their career. There should also be a focus on providing mentorship opportunities, and embedding continuous learning into the workplace. Existing employees can then continue to gain skills, and drive the research and development organizations seek.

A successful R&D workforce is not built overnight; like all good investments it is a slow and steady process. AI is progressing rapidly and defined by instant results, and it can be easily forgotten that people don't develop at the same speed as technology. Instead, a consistent flow of skilled professionals is required, who can grow and change alongside the organization, and adapt to the technologies that emerge.

Why culture is the retention differentiator, not salary

Higher salaries are an attractive proposition for many employees, but they quickly lose their appeal when it comes from an organization that has not built a culture to support or retain its people.

Increasingly, employees want more that simple compensation. People are looking to join environments of continuous development, bold innovation, experimentation, and collaboration. Not only will this make organizations stand out in the job market, but it will also make people want to stay longer-term and build higher job satisfaction.

When this becomes embedded into the fabric of a company, organizations become far better equipped at attracting, developing, and retaining the highly skilled R&D talent they seek.

With technology changing and advancing so quickly, this culture of continuous learning becomes even more vital. Organizations should see it as a priority to provide access to technical training, certifications in fast-moving areas such as: cloud-native development, AI and DevSecOps, as well as providing mentoring for employees. There should also be opportunities that allow people to work on emerging technologies – from AI-assisted development tools to automation and advanced analytics - and share knowledge across the wider team.

True innovation is rarely the result of one individual. The most successful R&D outcomes are driven by teams that work together with their different perspectives, skills and experiences; bolstered by a work culture that empowers them to do so.

The R&D goldmine most companies are sitting on

While businesses continue to invest heavily in AI tools and develop technologies, there is one untapped R&D resource that many are overlooking. And it’s free for them to use: their own customers.

Most organizations collect a vast amount of customer data and information, yet much of it remains underutilized. But when combined with AI-driven analytics, this data can become a powerful tool for innovation. Failing to do so, would be missing a valuable opportunity for many companies to better understand their customer needs, and guide future development.

AI can analyze large volumes of data very quickly and efficiently. In doing so, it can help organizations identify patterns, recurring issues, and unmet customer needs, that may go otherwise unnoticed. As a result of these insights, R&D teams can then make better decisions based on actual evidence and user experiences. Paired with upskilled engineers, this is where real opportunity lies. Automation and analytics allows teams to be free from repetitive tasks, so their time can instead be dedicated to solving the more complex problems that drive meaningful innovation.

In an ever-changing market, organizations cannot innovate based simply on guesswork. AI can help uncover what customers need, but it is the R&D teams that must help bring this to life. When this all comes together, businesses are far more likely to develop innovations that resonate and drive long-term growth.

People are significant contributors to AI in driving its successful deployment, so it’s logical that the businesses seeing the greatest success in this new wave of AI, are those that have invested heavily into developing R&D talent and upskilling.

Through implementing a strong talent pipeline, building cultures of bold innovation, and utilizing the goldmine of customer data that most businesses are sitting on, organizations will be far better equipped to turn AI’s development into meaningful, long-term growth.

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Britain's NEET crisis and the factory retirement cliff are the same problem in disguise

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 03:54

Industrial employers sitting on unfilled technical roles and a generation locked out of work are two halves of one fixable equation.

The latest figures from the Office of National Statistics reveal that around 13% of UK 16-24 years olds are not in employment, education or training. The government's own interim review has warned this could mark the makings of a "lost generation."

At the same time, close to a fifth of the engineering and manufacturing workforce is expected to retire by the end of the year, taking with it an estimated half a million skilled engineers, technicians and operators.

One side of the ledger is a generation that wants to work and cannot get in. The other is an industrial base that needs people and is about to lose its most experienced. Treated separately, both look intractable. Treated together, they start to look like a single problem with a single answer. The solution: training AI agents to become autonomous and fill this gap.

A knowledge problem, not a hiring problem

The first mistake is to see the industrial shortage as a hiring problem. Recruiters and trade bodies have been clear that external hiring alone cannot close the gap: the issue is not just empty seats but the decades of judgment walking out the door with every retirement. When a maintenance lead or a supplier audit manager leaves, the loss is rarely the task itself. It is the accumulated reasoning behind it, and the why that never made it into a manual.

That is precisely why hiring and knowledge transfer demand completely different solutions. A vacancy can be filled in months. Thirty years of tacit knowledge cannot be replicated by recruitment, and the so-called "hollowed-out middle" - the shortage of workers with five to fifteen years' experience - means there is often no intermediate layer left to pass that knowledge down. The conveyor belt that once carried expertise from veteran to apprentice has lost its middle section.

Where AI changes the arithmetic

This is where AI changes the arithmetic, and not in the way the headlines assume. The breakthrough is not a chatbot that answers questions. It is the ability to capture the relationship between an organization's structured records, the purchase orders, the part numbers, and the unstructured reasoning that surrounds them: the emails, the annotations, the informal decisions made in the margins.

Map how the two influence each other, embed that context into the daily workflow, and decades of institutional memory become an operational asset rather than a folder no one can find.

Done well, this compresses the experience curve. Instead of acquiring judgment slowly, over years, a newer engineer inherits a working version of it from their first day on the job. The relevant history, the prior decisions, and the reasoning surfaced from the very beginning. The point is not that experience stops mattering. It is that the ramp becomes far shorter.

The window to exchange knowledge is narrow, and it is closing now. Context can only be captured while the people who hold it are still in the building. Once an expert retires, the structured data remains, but the reasoning that made it usable leaves with them. Every quarter of delay is a quarter of irreplaceable judgment lost. The retirement wave is not a distant problem to be scheduled around; it is already underway.

Where AI is used the wrong way

There is an honest objection to confront. AI is widely blamed for hollowing out entry-level work, and the data gives the charge weight: the same interim review found that entry-level roles have become less plentiful and more demanding, recruitment more remote, automated and less human, and apprenticeship starts for young people are down by more than 40%.

But AI is rarely the real culprit; the mindset behind it is. Too many organizations are still buying the technology the way they bought software a decade ago - as a line item that removes people rather than a capability that makes them more valuable. Pointed at entry-level work, AI will cut it and call the result “efficiency”.

Pointed at the opposite goal, making inexperienced people productive faster, the same technology widens the door rather than narrows it. The real question is not whether AI has to close off the old way in, but whether companies choose to use it to open a new one.

A different way in

This only works if the argument is honest about who these young people are. The cohort behind the NEET numbers is not, for the most part, trained engineers waiting for a vacancy. Six in ten have never held a job at all; many are contending with poor health, disrupted schooling or years of disengagement. Employers are willing to take them on yet hesitate because an unproven candidate feels like a risk a smaller firm cannot afford.

AI lowers the cost of that bet. When a system surfaces the right context and lets a newcomer direct complex processes in plain language, the absence of a track record stops being disqualifier. For a 23-year-old walking onto a factory floor for the first time, that is the difference between being screened out and being let in.

That is the opportunity hiding inside the two statistics. The retirement cliff and the NEET crisis are usually filed under different departments: workforce planning on one side, social policy on the other. They belong on the same page. Capture the expertise that is about to leave, put it within reach of the people who are desperate to start, and the industrial sector does not merely plug a gap. It builds the on-ramp for a generation that has been told, too often, that there was no way in.

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All the best Prime Day deals at Amazon UK — 90+ top offers on day 2 from Ninja, Kindle, Nintendo, Shark, Apple, and more

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 03:46
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It's the second and final day of this year's Prime Big Deal Days sale. Effectively the second Prime Day sale of the year, it's been another deals extravaganza at Amazon UK, featuring savings on everything from tech and toys, to fashion and home essentials. If you're just checking it out for the first time, I've rounded up all of the best deals still available right here, including some top-rated tech and basket-filling bargains.

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I've been covering Amazon's Prime Day sales for almost a decade now as a deals hunter, so I've learnt a lot in that time about how to find all of the best offers. I'm also using our price tracking data to share offers that are some of the best we've seen — or at least rival them given recent price hikes and stock shortages in some categories.

What I've found with this sale is that it remains one of the better times of the year to pick up Amazon devices. That's clear with some of the price cuts to Kindles, Ring doorbells, Blink cameras, Fire TVs, and so on. One of the highlights from the sale is the Amazon Kindle for £84.99 (was £134.99) — that's the lowest price this year.

I've also found dozens of excellent offers in many other categories. I've summarised the highlights below, but some I want to shout out in particular are the Nintendo Switch 2 for a record-low price, the terrific Suri Pro Sonic Electric Toothbrush for £83.99 (was £105) and the handy Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs for £15.95 (was £19.95).

As we're into the final day of the sale now, some products are at risk of selling out, so I'll be highlighting our favourite offers here at TechRadar until it ends so you don't miss out. It could be a good opportunity to spread out your shopping ahead of this year's upcoming Black Friday deals in November.

Just remember, you need an Amazon Prime membership to access most of these offers, but new and returning subscribers can get a 30-day Amazon Prime free trial to cover you for the sale.

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — quick linksMy top 12 deals at Amazon UK

Galaxy Fit 3: was £41.94 now £31
At almost £30, now is a great time to buy Samsung's budget fitness tracker. As well as all the basic fitness, health and sleep tracking features, the Galaxy Fit3 is an excellent extension to your smartphone that lets you check your messages, control your music and navigate easily with simple gestures. Everything centres around the impressive 1.6-inch AMOLED display, and battery life is also not a problem, with 13 days on a single charge.View Deal

Battery Video Doorbell + Ring Indoor Camera: was £119.98 now £39.99
This excellent value bundle includes the latest version of the Ring Video Doorbell and a Ring Indoor Camera for a cheap and easy way to get started with home security. We've tested these and have been impressed with the video quality, high zoom, and night vision colour, but it's a shame that some of this device's value is only usable with a Ring Protect subscription. However, if you're fine with paying for a subscription or already using a Ring-based home security system, it's worth the cost.View Deal

Amazon has the Nintendo Switch 2 at its lowest price ever for Prime Big Deal Days. Given that the console was only recently hit with a price hike, I'm surprised that you can score such a big price cut on it right now, so definitely take advantage while you can if you've been thinking of picking it up, as this price almost certainly won't be beaten all year.View Deal

15 Laptop: was £639 now £359
Display - 15.6 inches
Processor - AMD Ryzen 5
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 512GB

Here's one of the best budget Windows laptops in the Prime Big Deal Days sale. It features an AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD to ensure good performance for general use and a solid amount of speedy storage for the price. It's a top buy right now if you're on a budget and need a basic laptop for everyday use, college, admin tasks and light work.View Deal

iO Series 3: was £175 now £59.99
The iO range is usually a more expensive option in Oral-B's range of electric toothbrushes, but this is a decent deal on the entry-level option that's also bundled with a few handy extras. It doesn't boast many high-end features but it has the basic ones you really need to brush your teeth effectively and efficiently, including a two-minute timer and a visible pressure sensor. Plus, you get spare brush head and a carry case included for free.View Deal

PowerPro Cordless Stick Vacuum: was £269.99 now £169.99
I own a similar Shark vacuum, and I can't praise them enough for the Anti-Hair Wrap tech that has saved me so much time unclogging the brush roll compared to my old vacuum. Flexology tech makes it a good option for reaching under furniture and battery life is an impressive 50 minutes.View Deal

The latest version of the standard Kindle is on sale as part of the Prime Big Deal Days sale. It's a basic ereader, but it still boasts a four-week battery life and space for thousands of books. Given it's significantly cheaper than the Paperwhite, this is clearly a better pick for the infrequent reader who's after a more budget-friendly option. At £85, though, this deal is a little underwhelming, given it's been as low as £69.99 before.View Deal

OpenRun Pro 2: was £169 now £134
Treat yourself to one of the best pairs of bone conduction headphones at their lowest-ever price — one that we last saw during Black Friday. Not only do they deliver outstanding sound, but they're also incredibly comfortable. They're highly recommended by our Fitness & Wearables Editor, Matt Evans, and are now more affordable, making them a great buy for runners and gym goers.View Deal

Foodi StaySharp Knife Block: was £179.99 now £129.99
I've got one of those AnySharp knife sharpeners to keep my kitchen knives up to scratch, but if you want to go all the way with a convenient knife block with a built-in sharpener, then this is a great price for a premium set from Ninja. You'll never suffer from dull knives again with this extremely handy kitchen gadget, with its six-piece set of stainless steel knives and included paring scissors.View Deal

I'm not sure how I feel about smart rings, but our fitness editor, Matt Evans, is a big fan of the Oura Ring 4. He said it was "nearly the perfect fitness tracker" in our review, praising the design, ease-of-use, long-lasting battery and detailed health information it offers. This fascinating bit of tech is now down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon — although be warned that some sizes and colours are selling out.View Deal

The Philips OneBlade 360 is a quick, simple and affordable electric razor that's suitable for a wide variety of face and body grooming needs. This jam-packed bundle was a little cheaper over Prime Day, but today's offer is still a solid one. This bundle includes the handle, as well as a spare blade, a 5-in-1 comb, a body kit, and a USB-A charging cable.View Deal

This updated Sonos Era 100 is no longer our number one pick as the best speaker you can buy, but it's still one of the top options out there. It offers terrific audio quality for its small size, with a rich soundscape and strong bass. It's also versatile, allowing you to connect to it via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or an aux cable and stream music to it from multiple streaming services. The affordable launch price was a standout in our Sonos Era 100 SL review, but this discount makes it a great buy as an all-around home speaker.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Deals under £50

Quiet 2 Ear Plugs: was £19.95 now £15.95
I've seen a lot of people talk about and use Loop earplugs lately so if you want to see what the fuss is all about then this entry-level pair is down to a record-low price. Use them to block out noise on a commute, help you focus in the office, protect your ears from loud music at bars or concerts, or help you create a better environment for sleep. They're reusable and can last for up to five years so a good investment if you'll be a regular user.View Deal

Outdoor 4 Camera with Blink Video Doorbell: was £129.98 now £24.99
This excellent value bundle includes a Blink Outdoor 4 security camera and a Blink Video Doorbell at an incredibly low price. It's one of my top picks if you want to dabble with some cheap smart home tech. The 4th-generation outdoor security camera features two-way audio, a two-year battery life, and works with Amazon Alexa for hands-free control and interconnectivity with other smart devices. Meanwhile, the Blink Video Doorbell is a cheap and easy way to get alerts on your phone when motion is detected or when guests are at your door.View Deal

Classic Large Creative Brick Box: was £44.99 now £29.39
As a way to get started, this box of 790 Lego pieces is a great beginner kit. With a variety of brick types and extras, you can start building whatever you please. You also get a very handy brick-shaped box to store everything in once playtime is over, all for under £30.View Deal

Basics 100-Pack AA Batteries: was £15.69 now £13.34
Sure, all of the fancy TVs, laptops, appliances and headphones are the exciting part of any Prime Day sale, but it's also a good chance to stock up on some handy essentials. So, how about a whopping 100 AA batteries for under £15? That'll keep you going for a while.View Deal

The new Blink Mini 2K+ has a couple of nice upgrades compared to the previous model, including a built-in spotlight, night view in colour support and the option to use it outdoors with the weather-resistant adaptor. Aside from that, it offers the same raft of security features such as motion detection, two-way audio and smartphone app integration. Get it now for a record-low price.View Deal

PowerCore 10K: was £17.99 now £14.98
This is a handy and affordable power bank from the popular and well-rated Anker brand. It sports a sleek and slim design that makes it easy to carry around, while it can still recharge many mobiles up to two times over. There's only a single port to charge one device at a time but that's not a huge issue if you just want a cheap power bank for your phone.View Deal

iO Series 2: was £100 now £37.99
The iO range is usually a more expensive option in Oral-B's range of electric toothbrushes, but this is an excellent deal on an entry-level option that's also bundled with a few handy extras. It doesn't boast many high-end features, but it has the basic ones you really need to brush your teeth effectively and efficiently, including a two-minute timer and a visible pressure sensor. Plus, you get a refill holder and a travel case included for free.View Deal

I bought this massage gun myself and found it to be excellent value for money, so I definitely recommend it at this record-low price. It's easy to use, quiet, has four attachments to target different muscles and has six speed settings to suit your preferred pressure. The detachable handle is a nice addition, too, so you can easily reach your back.View Deal

USB-C Charger Cable (2-Pack): was £7.99 now £5.69
Can you ever have too many USB cables? The box full of them under my desk would suggest you can. However, if you want a couple more to leave around the house or take with you when out and about, this pair of USB-C to USB-A cables from top brand Anker is now super-cheap for Prime Day.View Deal

TurboForce Power Fan: was £29.99 now £25.49
This small desk fan has been a popular buy all summer as it's a cheap yet powerful option, so it's worth shouting out again while it's on sale for Prime Day. It's not the most advanced fan out there, but you get three speed settings and quiet operation, which makes it a good choice for your desk while working or on the side table at night.View Deal

If you picked up those USB cables for cheap, you might also want a charger plug to use with them. There are several on sale right now at Amazon, but I like this Ugreen option the best. It's a 100W fast charger with three USB-C ports and one USB-A port, offering support for multiple phones, laptops, tablets, earbuds, and more, with the option to charge more than one at a single time with the correct arrangement. The small and compact design, is the ideal finishing touch.View Deal

Soundcore Portable Speaker 2: was £28.49 now £22.99
If you want a cheap and basic Bluetooth speaker, then you can't go wrong with this Anker Soundcore for a little over £20. Sure, it's not going to give you the biggest and boldest audio quality, but it's still a solid option at an affordable price. Battery life is an impressive 24 hours, too, so it's great to use around the home or take it with you when on the go.View Deal

The Ninja Blast Portable Blender is Ninja's best-selling personal-sized blender for smoothies, slushies, and shakes. It comes with a USB-rechargeable base, so you don't need to swap batteries every few months, and a leakproof lid with a carrying handle. Its convenient, grab-and-go design stood out to our reviewer, who gave it four out of five stars. This handy kitchen gadget is now at its lowest-ever price.View Deal

Tapo Smart Plugs with Energy Monitoring: was £23.99 now £14.99
A fantastic low price for a pair of smart plugs that offer a suite of features to control your devices and monitor your energy use. You can use them with any existing socket and connect an assortment of devices such as chargers, lights, TVs, appliances and more. Remote controls, voice controls, schedules, energy monitoring features and more are all handled in the free smartphone app.View Deal

This bundle featuring the latest Xbox Wireless Controller and a USB-C charging cable is now available for £39.99 on Amazon. This well-loved and easy-to-use gamepad is compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles, PCs, tablets, and mobile phones. This is a good price to bite on, as I've only seen these controllers for £5 less in the past, and that hasn't happened for a long time.View Deal

Core Mini Air Purifier: was £49.99 now £39.99
I actually bought a Levoit Core Mini for myself when moving into a new house that hadn't been lived in for a while to get rid of the dust and debris, and I also think it works as a great option for any allergy problems. What I like most is that it's small and quiet, so it is perfect for all sorts of spaces, such as the living room and bedroom. It's now also very affordable at 15% off.View Deal

Get the highly rated Renpho smart scale on sale for under £20 for Prime Day. The smart scale has over 300,000 reviews on Amazon and holds a solid 4.5-star rating. You can use this smart device to measure your body fat ratio, BMI, and weight via the Renpho app.View Deal

This Warmco Portable handheld fan is a slightly more high-tech and serious-looking device. Again, we haven't reviewed it, but it does have good Amazon reviews and the price is right thanks to this current deal. According to the user reviews, this looks to be a surprisingly powerful little fan that's capable of 3 to 13 hours of operation per charge.View Deal

DeskJet 2921 All-in-One Wireless Inkjet Printer: was £54.99 now £32.99
If you need a cheap and cheerful printer, this DeskJet 2921 is a great budget choice that supports wireless printing, scanning, and copying. This bundle also includes three months of HP Instant Ink, so you can save cash on your first few rounds of prints.View Deal

As someone who grew up playing one of these on family holidays, I can't help but be incredibly tempted to pick up the super-cool Lego Game Boy as a display piece while it's over £10 off at Amazon. And I'm sure many other retro gamers out there would love it as a gift this Christmas.View Deal

Blender 600 Series: was £69.99 now £46.99
I'm a little tempted by the £20 price reduction on this well-scoring blender. While it can't chop ice, it creates velvety smoothies out of fresh and frozen fruits hassle-free. On top of this, the build quality and performance impressed us, and the fact that it's only a few quid more than it was on Black Friday makes this an even sweeter deal.View Deal

MF50 Compressed Air Duster: was £49.99 now £32.29
The Wolfbox MF50 is a convenient and extremely easy-to-use air duster, with a single button to cycle through fan speeds, a trigger to fire out the air, and several different attachments to choose between depending on the cleaning job you need it for. It's completely wireless with USB-C charging and lasts up to four hours on a single charge on the lowest setting, too.View Deal

Perhaps you're moving into halls or other university accommodation and want an option to get some exercise in at home, well, this cheap pack of resistance bands could be useful. For under £10, you get five different-strength bands, ranging from light to XX-heavy, that can help with all sorts of different home training, yoga, pilates, and other exercises.View Deal

Ultra 256GB MicroSD Card: was £44.99 now £36.09
Here's a cheap and cheerful 256GB MicroSD card for under £40 in the latest Amazon Prime Day sale. It's wild that this has been as low as £15 in the past, but this is where we're at with storage costs right now. Whether you need it for a camera, phone, tablet or Nintendo Switch, it'll expand the storage available in the device for more photos, videos, apps, games, or whatever else you need.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Appliances

A smart kettle feels like a bit of a gimmick, but if you make a variety a different hot drinks that taste better when brewed at specific temperatures, then I could see a reason why you'd want to invest in this Ninja Perfect Temperature Kettle. With this discount, it's much easier to justify a purchase compared to the steep full price.View Deal

Here's a great price for the appliance we awarded 4.5 stars out of five in our Shark Stratos Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner review. Again, I can't praise these vacuums enough for the Anti Hair Wrap tech that's saved me so much time unclogging the brush roll compared to my old vacuum. Flexology makes it a good option for reaching under furniture and this upgraded Stratos version boasts anti-odour tech and CleanSense IQ that automatically adjusts suction power to tackle tougher areas of dirt. Battery life is an impressive 60 minutes.View Deal

PowerPro Cordless Stick Vacuum: was £269.99 now £169.99
I own a similar Shark vacuum, and I can't praise them enough for the Anti-Hair Wrap tech that has saved me so much time unclogging the brush roll compared to my old vacuum. Flexology tech makes it a good option for reaching under furniture and battery life is an impressive 50 minutes.View Deal

The Dyson V8 is now older, but it remains one of the top affordable vacuums and also one of the best Dyson vacuums – period. This still more-than-capable vacuum comes with a couple of essential attachments for cleaning around the home. Given its age and basic features, it's a struggle to recommend it at its full price, but now that it's discounted so heavily at Currys, it's an easy recommendation.View Deal

For homes where small spills and stains are a regular problem, this Vax SpotWash Duo could be a smart buy while it's almost half-price on Amazon. You get a handful of useful attachments included to tackle different types of problems and pet messes, as well as a small bottle of cleaning solution to get you started.View Deal

XXL Air Fryer: was £199.99 now £109.99
One of the biggest and best budget air fryer deals available at Amazon right now is this heavily reduced Tefal XXL. It's a huge 11L model that's considerably cheaper than many smaller options I've seen in the sale. We haven't personally reviewed this model at TechRadar, but it's from a trusted brand and down to the lowest price since Black Friday for Prime Day.View Deal

AF300UK Air Fryer: was £199.99 now £117.31
The Ninja AF300UK 7.6L model is down to its lowest price all year at Amazon right now. It's definitely worth it at this price, given we awarded it the full five stars in our Ninja AF300UK review. It's smaller than some of the largest models but a good option if you don't need as much space and want to spend less. We particularly praised the multiple settings, the ability to sync cooking times and the quality of the food it made.View Deal

Foodi Max Dual Zone Air Fryer: was £229.99 now £161.45
The Ninja Foodi Max is the ultimate air fryer for many and it's now down to a great low price at Amazon. It offers six different functions, including Max Crisp, air frying, roasting, baking, reheating, and dehydrating. With two baskets, you get two independent cooking zones with the option to have them sync or match up, depending on your needs. Its extra large capacity is perfect for family cooking or batch cooking as it gives you plenty of room for a 2kg chicken or 1.4kg of fries in each compartment.View Deal

Crispi: was £149.99 now £109.99
Here's a best-ever discount on Ninja's portable air fryer — and a great Prime Day deal. This bundle includes the PowerPod lid, plus two resealable glass containers to carry your dishes until you're ready to cook. According to our testing, it cooks exceptionally quickly, is easy to use and a breeze to clean, making this one of the best air fryer deals I've seen this year.View Deal

The Nespresso Vertuo Next is a small and convenient pod coffee machine — and it's now back to its lowest price this year. With multiple drinks in multiple sizes available at the touch of a button, it could be the ideal no-fuss pick for your home, your room or a shared kitchen if you're at uni.View Deal

Promising simplicity of use, the De'Longhi Magnifica Evo has a straightforward touch control panel that allows you to brew your favourite cup of coffee with the minimum amount of effort. It also has a silent integrated grinder with 13 settings, plus a handy milk frother, so it’s a good all-in-one solution for those who love a cup of joe but want to skip all the faff of making the drink. We liked it enough in our De'Longhi Magnifica Evo Next review, in which we awarded it four stars out of five.View Deal

Sage makes some of the best coffee machines we've ever tested here at TechRadar, so I definitely want to shout out this offer on its excellent The Barista Express. We awarded it 4.5 stars in our review for its ease of use, bevvy of customisable settings and tasty results. While it's still a pricey machine, it's worth the investment if you really want to get into your coffee-making at home.View Deal

We may be about to hit the colder months, but the Ninja Creami ice cream maker is still a quick and convenient way to make all of your favourite frozen treats, milkshakes and sorbets at the touch of a button. While it was a little cheaper than this last Black Friday, today's offer is the best I've seen all year for the popular appliance.View Deal

Artisan Stand Mixer: was £549 now £319.99
KitchenAid is a mainstay in the Bake Off tent and still the leader when it comes to high-quality stand mixers – but they do come with a hefty upfront cost. This healthy £230 discount on the premium Artisan model definitely takes the sting out, though. It comes with a stainless steel bowl and three attachments for mixing, kneading and beating – everything the amateur or intermediate baker needs for the kitchen.View Deal

Foodi StaySharp Knife Block: was £179.99 now £129.99
I've got one of those AnySharp knife sharpeners to keep my kitchen knives up to scratch, but if you want to go all the way with a convenient knife block with a built-in sharpener, then this is a great price for a premium set from Ninja. You'll never suffer from dull knives again with this extremely handy kitchen gadget, with its six-piece set of stainless steel knives and included paring scissors.View Deal

Aquatak 120: was £109.99 now £82.99
I did a lot of research before picking up this pressure washer for myself a couple of years ago and it's been an excellent buy for simple cleaning tasks around the home, such as patios, decking, walls and cars. While we haven't tested this model at TechRadar, it's been praised elsewhere for its solid build quality, strong water pressure and portability. You also get a good selection of attachments in this bundle, including a patio cleaner, wash brush and detergent nozzle.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Amazon Devices

Battery Video Doorbell + Ring Indoor Camera: was £119.98 now £39.99
This excellent value bundle includes the latest version of the Ring Video Doorbell and a Ring Indoor Camera for a cheap and easy way to get started with home security. We've tested these and have been impressed with the video quality, high zoom, and night vision colour, but it's a shame that some of this device's value is only usable with a Ring Protect subscription. However, if you're fine with paying for a subscription or already using a Ring-based home security system, it's worth the cost.View Deal

Outdoor 4 Camera with Blink Video Doorbell: was £129.98 now £24.99
This excellent value bundle includes a Blink Outdoor 4 security camera and a Blink Video Doorbell at an incredibly low price. It's one of my top picks if you want to dabble with some cheap smart home tech. The 4th-generation outdoor security camera features two-way audio, a two-year battery life, and works with Amazon Alexa for hands-free control and interconnectivity with other smart devices. Meanwhile, the Blink Video Doorbell is a cheap and easy way to get alerts on your phone when motion is detected or when guests are at your door.View Deal

The new Blink Mini 2K+ has a couple of nice upgrades compared to the previous model, including a built-in spotlight, night view in colour support and the option to use it outdoors with the weather-resistant adaptor. Aside from that, it offers the same raft of security features such as motion detection, two-way audio and smartphone app integration. Get it now for a record-low price.View Deal

The Blink Video Doorbell is now £3 more than its lowest-ever price on Amazon, which is great news if you're interested in buying your first smart doorbell. This latest model comes with a head-to-toe HD view, infrared night vision, and two-way audio – all you'd want in a basic video doorbell. You can watch packages get delivered and answer the door in real time from the Blink app, but you can't save footage without a Blink Subscription or a Sync Module (which is included here). Thankfully, you get a 30-day Blink Subscription Plan trial with your purchase, so you can try before you buy.View Deal

The Blink Outdoor Camera 2K+ is packed with the essentials. It has 2K video quality, so you can see what’s going on more clearly. You can also zoom in on what’s happening with 4X zoom, and use the two-way audio to talk to a delivery person or whoever is visiting. It’s simple to set up and weatherproof, with two AA batteries powering the device for up to two years. Plus, this bundle includes a free Blink Battery Doorbell.View Deal

The newest Ring Battery Doorbell Plus model drops to £50 in Amazon's latest sale. Its camera features 1536p HD resolution, night vision with color, and an improved motion sensor. It also includes an increased head-to-toe field of view of 150 by 150 degrees.View Deal

Indoor Camera Plus: was £49.99 now £24.99
This half-price offer gets you an easy-to-install Ring Indoor Camera for a new low price. The Alexa-enabled plug-in security camera features motion-activated notifications, 2K resolution video support, a privacy cover and two-way talk to allow you to see, hear and communicate throughout your home.View Deal

Echo Dot (5th Gen): was £54.99 now £29.99
Amazon's best-selling Echo Dot is down to under £30 for Prime Big Deal Days. This is an OK offer, but far from the previous record-low of £22.99. Nevertheless, the Echo Dot offers an improved audio experience, plus a new temperature sensor and all the handy features from Alexa, like playing music, answering questions, and checking the weather completely hands-free. As far as a cheap and cheerful smart speaker goes, it's one of the better options out there.View Deal

Amazon's Echo Spot smart clock is down to its record-low price for Prime Big Deal Days. As well as a time display and wake-up alerts, this compact bit of kit can play music, check the weather and control other smart devices throughout your home.View Deal

Fire TV Stick HD: was £59.99 now £19.99
You can get the upgraded version of Amazon's standard Fire TV Stick for £19.99 — that's just £3 more than the record-low price. In our Fire TV Stick review, we found the original version was a cheap way to add essential smart features to your TV, including access to streaming apps in HD, Alexa voice controls, and the ability to control other smart home devices.View Deal

Fire TV Stick 4K Select: was £64.99 now £21.99
Amazon's newest 4K streaming stick is down to within £2 of its lowest-ever price for Prime Big Deal Days. Considering it's only a few quid more than the cheaper HD version, you might as well pay for the upgrade and get access to higher resolution streaming — as long as you have a 4K TV. It lacks a few premium features found in the more expensive Plus and Max models, such as improved Wi-Fi and Dolby Atmos, but this is more than enough to cover general everyday use.View Deal

Amazon's new Fire TV Stick 4K Plus streams shows and movies to your TV in ultra-high-definition 4K resolution. This updated version now supports Dolby Vision for improved colours, Wi-Fi 6 for better connectivity, and includes 2GB of RAM for faster performance. This offer isn't particularly great, given it was £10 cheaper during the last Prime Day, but it's still good value for an all-around streaming device.View Deal

This is £9 more than the record-low price for Amazon's premium streaming device. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max streams the same content at the same quality as the standard 4K version, but the extra power inside delivers faster app navigation. Plus, it uses Wi-Fi 6E technology to deliver a more stable, consistent streaming experience.View Deal

Amazon's best-selling Echo Show 5 is down to £54.99 for Prime Big Deal Days — its lowest price in almost two years. The latest version of the Echo Show 5 features a compact 5.5-inch display but packs impressive sound with deeper bass and clearer vocals. Voice controls are enabled through Amazon Alexa, while you can use the smart screen to listen to podcasts, watch movies, stream videos, play music, and more.View Deal

Amazon's larger smart display just got its biggest discount all year for Prime Big Deal Days. The Echo Show 11 boasts a vibrant 11-inch full HD screen and spatial audio support for room-filling sound when listening to music or watching videos. With Alexa+ support, too, you get access to all of its advanced AI features and an easy way to connect and control other smart devices around your home.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Televisions

C6 55-inch C6 4K OLED TV: was £1499 now £1399
Not many TVs can cover the wide range of content that the LG C6 does, be that movies, gaming, sports etc, and even fewer can do it so well. The C6 delivers on almost every front, and stands out as a brilliant value option in an expensive market. The 55-inch model has dropped to £1,399 at Amazon, and while not a record-low, it's a great price for this TV. View Deal

Ember TV 32-inch 2-Series HD TV: was £249.99 now £129.99
Amazon's Prime Day sale includes this 32-inch TV on sale for a record-low price of £129.99. While the Amazon 2-Series TV is just a basic HD display, you get smart capabilities with the Fire TV experience and Amazon Alexa on board for hands-free control at a bargain price. It's far from the best TV in the world, but if you need something small and basic for the kitchen or a kid's room, then this is fine for the job.View Deal

Ember 50-inch 4-Series 4K TV: was £499.99 now £279.99
The 50-inch Amazon Ember TV is the mid-sized version of the budget-friendly 4-Series range and it's now down to its lowest-ever price. It's a nice buy if you're on a budget, as the premium 4K resolution delivers excellent clarity and picture quality for TV shows, movies, sports and general viewing. All major streaming apps are ready to go, too, plus there's voice control support through Alexa. It's an all-around solid TV for the price that I'd buy if I needed an affordable and capable display.View Deal

E6STUK 55-inch 4K TV: was £579 now £330
If you're looking for a mid-sized budget display, you can't get much better than this Hisense 55-inch 4K TV that's on sale for £330 at Amazon — a record-low price. The Hisense E6STUK supports 4K Ultra HD resolution with an upscaler, respectable brightness and contrast, and Dolby Vision HDR for superior colours. Access to all of your favourite streaming apps is just a button press away, too. All of this for a little under £350? Bargain.View Deal

Ember TV 55-inch Omni Mini-LED TV: was £849.99 now £599.99
Amazon has taken the biggest step up in terms of quality with its latest Omni Mini-LED Series Fire TVs. That's clear in the price, which puts these very close to top-end OLED displays from the likes of Sony, Samsung and LG. However, you still get a lot for your money with this Amazon option, including a large 55-inch Mini-LED panel that boasts fantastic contrast, colors and image sharpness, a 144Hz game mode for a fast and responsive experience on consoles, and smart features.View Deal

55-Inch S84F 4K OLED Television: was £899 now £664
This is an excellent price for a 55-inch OLED TV that's as good as this. The S84F is basically the same as the Samsung S85F, which we gave 4.5 stars to — this cheaper version doesn't have Filmmaker Mode and lacks some minor lifestyle features, but has all the essentials.View Deal

Ember 55-inch QLED TV: was £749.99 now £429.99
Amazon's Ember QLED Series is a big step up in the otherwise cheap and cheerful range of smart TVs. This set boasts premium features, including a QLED display for better brightness and contrast, HDR and Dolby Vision for brighter and more vivid colours, local array dimming for richer blacks and HDMI 2.1 support to deliver a top-quality picture for all-around viewing and fast response times for gaming. It's not always easy to find a TV of this size and with these high-end features for just over £400, so it's an excellent buy for the budget-conscious without compromising on quality.View Deal

Q8STUK 75-inch mini-LED TV: was £1499 now £999
This is another great mid-range mini-LED TV, and is the best 75-inch TV I've seen for under £1000 among the deals today. Expect great cinematic contrast, bold colors and brightness, and excellent gaming support. Its picture quality will hold up to being in such a large screen, so if you want to go huge, this is the best-value way.View Deal

As we said in our Amazon Fire TV Soundbar review, "viewers looking to add a single soundbar to improve upon their TV's built-in speakers won't be disappointed, and when Prime Day discounts arrive Amazon's soundbar could end up being even better value." And lo, Prime Day arrived, and the discounts did deliver. This is a great first soundbar for simple setups.View Deal

We really like the Sonos Ray soundbar: as we said in our Sonos Ray review it delivers "big, well balanced sound" and you can expand it with additional speakers to create a surround sound setup. This deal takes a decent amount off the usual RRP, taking the Ray into much more affordable territory.View Deal

Beam (Gen 2) Soundbar: was £449 now £338
This second-generation Sonos Beam soundbar is an older model, but this considerable discount drops it to around the same price we last saw on Black Friday. Even with its age, it's still a great offer for a compact and stylish soundbar that also drops the subwoofer for another space-saving measure. It offers easy integration with the wider Sonos ecosystem if you want a larger home theatre system, and Dolby Atmos support provides a more immersive experience when watching movies. We also found it's great at playing music in our Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review, so it's a good choice if you need an all-in-one soundbar for multiple uses.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Laptops

15 Laptop: was £379.98 now £269.99
Display - 15.6 inches
Processor - Intel Core i3
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 256GB

If you're looking for a cheap Windows laptop in the Prime Day sale, then I'd recommend this HP 15 as your best option. It features some decent entry-level components, including an Intel Core i3 processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. All really basic stuff, sure, but if it's just for school, college, admin work at home, or occasional everyday use, it's more than up to the job.View Deal

15 Laptop: was £639 now £359
Display - 15.6 inches
Processor - AMD Ryzen 5
RAM - 8GB
Storage - 512GB

Here's one of the best budget Windows laptops in the Prime Big Deal Days sale. It features an AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD to ensure good performance for general use and a solid amount of speedy storage for the price. It's a top buy right now if you're on a budget and need a basic laptop for everyday use, college, admin tasks and light work.View Deal

IdeaPad Slim 3: was £719.99 now £399.99
Display - 14 inches
Processor - Intel Core Ultra 5
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 512GB

This is a great price for a relatively modern laptop that comes with a well-performing Intel Core Ultra 5 CPU. On top of that, you get 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD for storage, and respectable battery life, which represents good value for money overall. And with its 14-inch display, it's easily portable if you're always on the move. I think it's a solid everyday machine for the price.View Deal

Vivobook 15: was £476 now £402.99
Display - 15.6 inches
Processor - AMD Ryzen 7
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 512GB

Here's a solid and affordable Windows laptop available at the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale. It's an older machine, but there's no denying it's a solid entry-level choice for the price, including an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for storage. It's a great buy if you want a powerful and capable laptop with decent battery life for everyday use, work, or school.View Deal

Aspire 14: was £574.53 now £484
Display: 14 inches OLED
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 512GB

If display quality is just as important to you as power, then strongly consider this Acer Aspire deal at Amazon. It comes with a large and high-end OLED screen that offers a clear and sharp image, whether you're working on documents or streaming your favourite TV shows. Specs are impressive elsewhere, too, including an AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for storage that ensure excellent overall performance, great multitasking capabilities and speedy load times.View Deal

Display - 13.8 inches
Processor - Snapdragon X Plus
RAM - 16GB
Storage - 512GB

The latest Microsoft Surface Laptop is one of our favourite Windows devices and received a glowing five-stars in our Microsoft Surface Laptop review, so I'm obviously going to call out this solid saving at Amazon. This particular specification includes a powerful Snapdragon X Plus processor, a healthy 16GB of RAM and a reasonable 512GB SSD. That storage feels a little light for the price, but the levels of performance and battery life from the CPU are top-tier to go alongside the swish-looking display and keyboard.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Headphones

OpenRun Pro 2: was £169 now £134
Treat yourself to one of the best pairs of bone conduction headphones at their lowest-ever price — one that we last saw during Black Friday. Not only do they deliver outstanding sound, but they're also incredibly comfortable. They're highly recommended by our Fitness & Wearables Editor, Matt Evans, and are now more affordable, making them a great buy for runners and gym goers.View Deal

Bose's affordable earbuds offer top-tier active noise cancellation, but without a top-tier price tag. In our 4.5-star Bose QuietComfort Earbuds review, we said they were already "arguably best-in-class value" at full price, so for this price they're especially great. We praised their comfort and sound quality as well as the amazing ANC.View Deal

If you want affordable over-ears that don't compromise on quality then consider these Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones. I've been using a pair for a long time now and rate them highly. As with the Ultra version, you get impressive noise cancellation, top-tier audio quality and 24 hours of battery life, but in a much more affordable package. View Deal

These top-tier headphones were a little cheaper earlier this year, but it's still a strong saving on the excellent WH-1000XM6. These headphones offer beautifully balanced audio output, top-tier touch controls, ergonomic comfort, and noise-crushing active noise cancellation. They're fantastic all-rounders, as our Sony WH-1000XM6 review digs into.View Deal

Beats' latest sports earbuds get a nice discount, making it even more tempting to take advantage of their built-in heart-rate sensors, so you can track your runs with minimal other tech on you. In our Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 review, we also liked the head-tracked spatial audio, good stamina, huge range of features, and comfortable and lightweight fit — the latter is obviously super-important for sports headphones, and these deliver.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Smartwatches

Here's a small discount on the Apple Watch SE 3. Apple's cheaper smartwatch is currently our pick for the best Apple Watch to buy if you're on a budget, as it delivers a full health and fitness tracking experience, all the convenient on-wrist features you need, and that familiar Apple style, but at a fraction of the price.View Deal

Watch Series 11: was £319 now £259
The latest Apple Watch 11 is £60 off in the latest Amazon Prime Day sale, though I did see it for as low as £219 just a couple of weeks ago. Still, this is the thinnest Apple Watch yet, with a wraparound LTP3 OLED display, it's a great-looking watch with Apple Intelligence-powered smarts and a boosted battery compared to previous devices, clocking in at 24 hours of average use.View Deal

The Fitbit Charge 6 is one of the simplest fitness trackers around, but it works very well, and is now got a decent price cut for Prime Big Deal Days. It has a small screen that shows the time, how many steps you’ve taken, and your current heart rate as well. It’s subtle, so it fits on your wrist well – whether you’re at work or working out. Extensive battery life of up to seven days means minimal hassle, too.View Deal

Galaxy Fit 3: was £41.94 now £31
At almost £30, now is a great time to buy Samsung's budget fitness tracker. As well as all the basic fitness, health and sleep tracking features, the Galaxy Fit3 is an excellent extension to your smartphone that lets you check your messages, control your music and navigate easily with simple gestures. Everything centres around the impressive 1.6-inch AMOLED display, and battery life is also not a problem, with 13 days on a single charge.View Deal

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 has been superseded by a brand-new model, so Amazon is shifting all of its remaining stock for a low price. We were incredibly impressed with the smartwatch in our review, as it felt like a big step forward for the wearable. There's the stylish design, as well as advanced health and fitness tracking features, and a smart running coach. This offer will disappear in a flash with such limited stock, so I'd grab it while you can if you want one of the best smartwatch deals we'll see all year and you're happy with slightly older tech.View Deal

We're now up to the GT 7, but this is a super-low price for a well-featured smartwatch. It might be a little behind some of its competitors when it comes to this style of watch, but at this price, there are many reasons to consider buying one if you want a stylish and capable fitness tracker that we scored an impressive 4.5 stars in our Huawei Watch GT 5 review.View Deal

I'm not sure how I feel about smart rings, but our fitness editor, Matt Evans, is a big fan of the Oura Ring 4. He said it was "nearly the perfect fitness tracker" in our review, praising the design, ease-of-use, long-lasting battery and detailed health information it offers. This fascinating bit of tech is now down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon — although be warned that some sizes and colours are selling out.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Tablets & Ereaders

The latest version of the standard Kindle is on sale as part of the Prime Big Deal Days sale. It's a basic ereader, but it still boasts a four-week battery life and space for thousands of books. Given it's significantly cheaper than the Paperwhite, this is clearly a better pick for the infrequent reader who's after a more budget-friendly option. At £85, though, this deal is a little underwhelming, given it's been as low as £69.99 before.View Deal

The Kindle Colorsoft just fell to its lowest-ever price as part of this year's Prime Big Deal Days sale. As Amazon's first colored Kindle, it's a must-have if you love reading travel guides, graphic novels, and other genres with a lot of images and photographs — or just want to view your entire ebook library in its full colour glory. The ereader is also USB-C and wireless charging compatible, lasts up to eight weeks on a full battery, and has enough storage for thousands of books.View Deal

This is the new lowest-ever price for the newest version of the Kindle Scribe with 64GB of storage. This ereader combines some of the best features of the Kindle Paperwhite, such as the glare-free and auto-adjusting display, along with the option to take notes, comment on documents, and doodle using the included stylus pen. We were a little disappointed by the original Kindle Scribe because of some missing features, but after some updates and upgrades to this new model, we were happy to award it an impressive 4.5 stars, as it offers good value for such a multi-functional device.View Deal

2 with Marker Plus and Grey Book Folio: was £529 now £379
This bundle features the reMarkable 2 tablet, Marker Plus Pen and a cover for a record-low price. We concluded that this is "the best e-paper note-taking device money can buy" in our four-star review, so it's hard to argue against it while it has such a strong discount. If you want an E-ink screen for your writing or sketching, then it's worth taking advantage of this deal while you can.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Health & Beauty

The Suri Pro Sonic Electric Toothbrush is 20% off at Amazon for Prime Big Deal Days. This is a strong offer for the fantastic, eco-friendly alternative to other electric toothbrushes. In fact, we scored it four-and-a-half out of five in our Suri 2.0 Sonic Toothbrush review. As I've found with the original 1.0 version, it performs and cleans well, offers an impressive 40-day battery life, fast wireless charging over USB-C, a useful pressure sensor, and comes with handy extras like a magnetic wall mount and UV cleaning travel case.View Deal

iO Series 3: was £175 now £59.99
The iO range is usually a more expensive option in Oral-B's range of electric toothbrushes, but this is a decent deal on the entry-level option that's also bundled with a few handy extras. It doesn't boast many high-end features but it has the basic ones you really need to brush your teeth effectively and efficiently, including a two-minute timer and a visible pressure sensor. Plus, you get spare brush head and a carry case included for free.View Deal

Sonicare DiamondClean 9000: was £319.99 now £129.99
This deal drops the advanced and top-rated Philips Sonicare electric toothbrush to a little over £130 – a great low price that's only been beaten during Black Friday. The Philips Sonicare DiamondClean features four different brushing modes and the pressure sensor will notify you when you're brushing too hard.View Deal

The Philips OneBlade 360 is a quick, simple and affordable electric razor that's suitable for a wide variety of face and body grooming needs. This jam-packed bundle was a little cheaper over Prime Day, but today's offer is still a solid one. This bundle includes the handle, as well as a spare blade, a 5-in-1 comb, a body kit, and a USB-A charging cable.View Deal

Salon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumiser: was £49.99 now £24.99
Always a hot item during sales events, Amazon has the best-selling Revlon One-Step hair dryer on sale for a record-low price of £24.99. Thanks to the unique oval brush design, the hairdryer delivers a salon-like blowout with brilliant shine and extra volume.View Deal

Supersonic Hair Dryer: was £279.99 now £199
The Dyson Supersonic is now down to within £10 of its record-low price at Amazon. This cheaper version doesn't include any attachments; however, at this terrific low price, there's no better offer if you want to buy outside of the Black Friday sales season. View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Gaming

Amazon has the Nintendo Switch 2 at its lowest price ever for Prime Big Deal Days. Given that the console was only recently hit with a price hike, I'm surprised that you can score such a big price cut on it right now, so definitely take advantage while you can if you've been thinking of picking it up, as this price almost certainly won't be beaten all year.View Deal

This is a brand new, lowest-ever price for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 on PS5. The latest entry didn't launch to huge positive acclaim, but we still think it has excellent Zombies and multiplayer modes, according to our review. Just don't expect a campaign that's as good as some of the classics.View Deal

Ideal for younger gamers, the Nex Playground comes with games ready to play out of the box, such as Fruit Ninja, Whac-a-Mole, and more. It's now down to a record-low price at Amazon. This neat little console relies on intuitive motion controls and is a locked-down system designed specifically with young children in mind.View Deal

This bundle featuring the latest Xbox Wireless Controller and a USB-C charging cable is now available for £39.99 on Amazon. This well-loved and easy-to-use gamepad is compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles, PCs, tablets, and mobile phones. This is a good price to bite on, as I've only seen these controllers for £5 less in the past, and that hasn't happened for a long time.View Deal

The Meta Quest 3S is one of the best value VR headsets you can buy, and this Prime Day deal makes it even better value for money. Design and image quality do take a small hit to reach this lower price, but this is still a capable entry-level headset for playing some of the best VR games on the platform.View Deal

RAM and graphics card prices have been dreadful lately, but at least the same issues haven't impacted CPUs just yet. As an example, this AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is down to its lowest price in months for Prime Big Deal Days. It's a solid mid-range CPU for general use and gaming — and it's even the one I'm using right now in my PC. I've been very impressed with it, and at this price, it's hard to beat for value for money.View Deal

Pro 32GB 6400Mhz CL32 DDR5 RAM: was £509.99 now £399.99
Yes, there's apparently a "deal" on this high-end set of Crucial RAM, but when you look back and see that similar sets were under £100 in late 2025, it feels terrible to even consider buying at these prices. Still, if you're in desperate need of some quality RAM, it likely won't get any better than this for a while.View Deal

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days — Toys

Star Wars Millennium Falcon: was £734.99 now £598.39
If you want one of the biggest building challenges Lego can provide, then this 7,542-piece Millennium Falcon from the Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collectors Series is the one for you. And with over £130 sliced off its original price tag, the force is strong with this deal in the Amazon Prime Big Deal Days sale. Just be aware that it was up to £60 cheaper in previous events.View Deal

October 7, 2026 – 4:53 AMThe second and final day is here

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Prime Day (or Prime Big Deal Days, as it's called at this time of year) is almost over. We're into the second and final day, so the offers will be gone before you know it. I'm here to pick out some of our favourites that we've seen throughout the event so you don't miss out on any bargains in this early Black Friday preview. Let's get into it!

October 7, 2026 – 4:58 AMThis excellent value smart home bundle is still available

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This year's standout smart home bundle for Prime Day has to be this Ring Battery Video Doorbell and a Ring Indoor Camera for £39.99 — that's a whopping £80 off the full price. I think it's impossible to beat when it comes to value for money and is a cheap option if you want a simple and easy home security setup.

Ring Battery Video Doorbell & Ring Indoor Camera: was £119.98 now £39.99 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 5:07 AMWhat have you bought or plan to buy?

We're still running our Prime Day poll to get some insight into what you've bought (or are planning to buy) in this year's sale. I'll try to uncover more deals in the popular categories, or you can let me know in the comments if there's anything you've seen that's especially good.

October 7, 2026 – 5:23 AMRead all about it

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Amazon has discounted several versions of the previous-generation Kindle for Prime Big Deal Days. It's important to point out that a couple of these have been cheaper in the past, but the days of such aggressive price cuts are not coming back, sadly. This is still a good offer for the standard Kindle, though, and it's unlikely to be beaten over Black Friday.

Amazon Kindle: was £139.99 now £84.99 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 5:39 AM

We're all looking to save a bit of cash these days, so I've done another big under to the under £50 section on the page, which should hopefully have a few interesting and affordable bargains that might catch your eye.

October 7, 2026 – 5:55 AMA tip top toothbrush

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I was always put off by the thought of dropping lots of money on an electric toothbrush when most of the cheaper alternatives were fine. But when I finally picked up the original Suri about a year or so ago, I didn't regret my purchase at all. The newer 2.0 version is now on sale for Prime Big Deal Days, featuring an impressive 40-day battery life, fast wireless charging over USB-C, a useful pressure sensor, and comes with handy extras like a magnetic wall mount and UV cleaning travel case.

Suri Pro Sonic Electric Toothbrush: was £105 now £83.99 at Amazon
Suri Core Sonic Electric Toothbrush: was £65 now £49.98 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 6:15 AMA super-cheap and capable smartwatch

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My Fitbit Versa 2 is on its last legs. The battery lasts about three days now and it's definitely falling behind in some features. So that's why I'm eyeing up this Galaxy Fit 3 while it's only £31 for Prime Day. It covers all the basic health, exercise, and sleep tracking metrics I want, all in a more modern wearable. Plus, the battery life is a massive 13 days.

Samsung Galaxy Fit 3: was £41.95 now £31 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 6:43 AMI'm still thinking about this coffee machine

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Every time there's an Amazon sale, I look longingly at one of those super-fancy coffee machines and think about how wonderful it would be to have one in my kitchen. Is this the time I finally get one? Probably not again. However, at this record-low price for the highly-rated Sage Barista Express, it's extremely tempting.

Sage Barista Express: was £629.95 now £449 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 7:00 AMSounds good to me

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In a blind audio test, this Bose portable speaker came out on top, fending off some tough competition from JBL and Ultimate Ears. Harry Padoan is a huge fan, and now finds it easy to recommend at this new low deal price.

Bose SoundLink Micro Gen 2: was £119.95 now £79.95 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 7:17 AMItems are starting to go out of stock

I've just made another pass on the deals before lunch and I'm seeing more and more items expired or out of stock, mainly in laptops and appliances. I'll try to hunt down a few worthy replacements in some areas, but we are hitting that point in the sale now where stock issues are more likely. So, if there's anything in your basket that you definitely want, I'd consider hitting the buy button sooner rather than later.

October 7, 2026 – 7:40 AMStill some of the best bone conduction headphones you can buy

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When it comes to bone conduction headphones, there's one brand that regularly stands out above the rest: Shokz. Our fitness experts rate many of its headphones and earbuds as top choices for exercise and running, so I need to shout of this record-equalling low price on the fantastic OpenRun Pro 2 for Prime Big Deal Days.

Shokz OpenRun Pro 2: was £169 now £134 on Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 8:06 AMA good and affordable TV

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I hadn't spotted all that many TV deals outside of Amazon's own Ember TV range, but a few more have cropped up as the sale has gone on. One I like the most right now if you want a good-quality and budget-friendly pick, is this Hisense E6STUK, which is now down to its lowest-ever price

Hisense E6STUK 55-inch 4K TV: was £579 now £330 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 8:20 AMGet £100 off a top vacuum cleaner

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When I bought a Shark vacuum many years ago, I wasn't prepared for how much easier it would make the whole idea of keeping my house clean. With excellent power and convenient features, it really made the whole tedious exercise of hoovering a thousand times easier. That's why I want to shout out this £100 saving on a Shark PowerPro Cordless Stick Vacuum.

Shark PowerPro Cordless Stick Vacuum: was £269.99 now £169.99 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 8:32 AMSome of my favourite Bose headphones are on sale

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On my head right now is a pair of these Bose QuietComfort SC Headphones. For the past decade, I've moved between two pairs of these cans, and I haven't found any reason to look elsewhere. In terms of sound quality, noise cancellation, comfortable fit, and battery life, I don't think anything will beat it for the cost.

Bose QuietComfort SC Wireless Headphones: was £289.95 now £161.45 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 8:45 AMAn easy, cheap TV audio upgrade

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Lots of people are buying new TVs today, but depending on what you're unhappy with in your old set, you don't necessarily need to replace it — maybe you can just upgrade it.

Many people find the built-in sound to be weak in TVs, especially budget or mid-range models, but an affordable soundbar might be all you need to make the difference. Having larger speakers facing you directly adds tons of clarity to speech, and more impact and dynamism to the sound.

Amazon's great small soundbar is just £87.99 right now — that's a lot less than a whole new telly…

Amazon Fire TV Soundbar: https://www.amazon.co.uk/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-20-speaker-with-dts-virtual-x-and-dolby-audio-bluetooth-support/dp/B0CWVZRMCX/

October 7, 2026 – 9:02 AMThe hottest wired earbuds (if you care about audio quality)

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The Sennheiser CX 80U are our pick as the best cheap wired earbuds, and with wired earbuds being super-popular right now, we've noticed this model flying off the virtual shelves. It has a discount today, and while it's not a huge reduction, it makes them even more tempting.

Lots of people are buying white Apple-like earbuds, but if you care about audio quality and want a low price, these are what you want.

Sennheiser CX 80U: was £34.99 now £30.49 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 9:15 AMWant to grab an early gift for the kids?

The Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Pro tablet is nearly half price right now, and that includes ad-free content, including video and games, and a two-year guarantee where Amazon will replace the tablet if it breaks for pretty much any reason. Despite that, it's designed to be manhandled, with a more rugged design than something like an iPad.

Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Pro tablet: was £199.99 now £114.99 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 9:41 AMThe smart ring we recommend has never been cheaper

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I'm not sure how I'd feel about swapping to a smart ring, but I can see the benefits — and lots of others like them. If you want to try out one of the best for less, then the last-generation Oura Ring 4 is almost half-price for Prime Day.

Oura Ring 4: was £349 now £189.05 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 10:22 AMOne of the best Bluetooth speakers just got even more affordable

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If you're looking for one of the best Bluetooth speakers money can buy for an even better price, then I'd go grab this Sonos Era 100 SL while it's over 20% off. Powerful audio, great connectivity features, and a sleek design all come together in a very affordable package.

Sonos Era 100 SL: was £169 now £133.95 at Amazon

October 7, 2026 – 11:20 AMLots of Lego for less

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Buying one of those mega Lego sets can be a serious investment, but if you just want to have fun building or give kids a whole load of bricks to play with, this large brick box is a good place to start. And for Prime Day, it's down to under £30. That's not much for almost 800 bricks

Lego Classic Large Creative Brick Box: was £44.99 now £29.39 at Amazon

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Spotify to offer audiobooks in 180 markets and 120 languages — but what about a music-only UI?

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 02:51
  • Spotify is expanding audiobooks to over 180 markets and 120 languages
  • It's also bringing Audiobooks+ to students in select regions
  • A fab update for audiobook lovers, but I'm still gunning for a music-only experience

Spotify has gone from one of the best music streaming services, to one of the most-used platforms for audiobooks — and now it’s taking its literary offerings to the next level.

Exactly three years after Spotify launched audiobooks, the streamer is marking the anniversary by launching an audiobook rollout process including market expansion, new languages, and more. Earlier this week, I attended a press briefing where Spotify unveiled the changes coming to audiobooks, and today (October 7) the company took to the stage at the Frankfurt Book Fair to make the public announcement.

Since Spotify introduced audiobooks, availability has been limited to just 22 markets across the world. By the end of the year, however, Spotify says audiobooks will become available in over 180 markets, meaning that over 750 million users across Italy, Spain, Portugal, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Poland, Chile, Norway, Peru, as well as regions in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia will be able to stream and purchase audiobooks right from Spotify — a massive jump to say the least, but it doesn’t stop there.

For upcoming audiobooks, Spotify will offer countdown pages similar to new album releases, allowing subscribers to pre-save an author’s work so that it appears in their Library on the publication day. ‘It’s incredibly effective at building anticipation and driving day-one listening,’ said Duncan Bruce, Director of Audiobook Partnerships and Licensing.

In addition to Spotify’s ambitious audiobook expansion, bookworms in the new regions will have direct access to over 350,000 titles, spanning new languages including Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, and more. This will take Spotify’s audiobook catalog to over 120 languages.

Are Spotify’s monthly audiobook hours not enough for you? Users in the new regions will also have the option to purchase additional listening hours through Spotify’s Audiobooks+ add-on. If you have a Student plan, you’ll be able to take advantage of a discounted Audiobooks+ add-on, which is coming to Ireland, Belgium, Austria, and Finland in November.

(Image credit: Spotify)Great for bookworms, less so for music fans

Spotify has truly achieved everything it can on the ubiquity front. Not only can you stream music easily through a variety of devices but the service has taken over the world of podcasts and audiobooks alike. As Owen Smith, VP of Audiobooks at Spotify, said during the press briefing; the company’s goal is to “build an experience that is intentional and meaningful”.

At its core, Spotify is a music-listening service — it’s how the platform built a reputation for itself during the crossover into the digital streaming era. It has pushed the boundaries by moving into other areas of audio streaming that users are growing increasingly drawn to, creating an experience that ‘no audiobook-only platform can match’, Smith added during the briefing.

Now, I do enjoy having these options, and I dabble in podcasts every now and then. But while I see how the audiobooks interface benefits keen readers, I’ve never got on board with it, and sometimes I just wish there was a tool that would allow me to disable this, allowing for a music listening-only experience. Unfortunately, Spotify isn’t doing this any time soon.

One of my dream features would be a customization setting that allows me to rid my Home page of all things audiobooks, keeping my in-app experience strictly music-only. I know deep down that other music enthusiasts would appreciate something like this, but it’s not on Spotify’s list — I should know, the platform told me straight-up.

‘We’re always exploring ways to give users the best possible Spotify experience and our focus is on personalization rather than creating separate experiences for each content format,’ a Spotify spokesperson shared with me. ‘Home is designed to understand each listener’s individual tastes, drawing on trillions of daily listening signals across music, podcasts and audiobooks to put the right content in front of the right person at the right time,’ they added.

I know what you're thinking, 'if you don't want audiobooks, just don't use them', which is true, but that's easier said than done — especially when there's audiobooks infiltrating every aspect of the app. They're inescapable.

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Why no High or Blood Elves? Blizzard speaks on WoW: Forever's controversial new Skyborne race — 'We may occasionally make a bold choice'

TechRadar News - Wed, 10/07/2026 - 02:17
  • Blizzard has explained why it added the controversial Skyborne race to World of Warcraft: Forever
  • The Elf race, which is accessible to both Alliance and Horde, will manage "long-term population balance"
  • The studio says the addition of Blood Elves in The Burning Crusade caused a major population swing, and the new dual-faction race will avoid that happening again

Blizzard Entertainment has defended World of Warcraft: Forever's controversial new Skyborne race and explained that giving both Alliance and Horde players access will help manage the long-term balance of the population.

Skyborne is a new Elf race added to the reimagined 2004 classic experience and arrives alongside a new starter zone, Zephras Isle. It's also the first Elf Race in the game that is accessible to both Alliance and Horde players.

But why is that controversial among fans? Well, there are a few reasons, with some feeling upset about the addition of a brand new Elf race when High and Blood Elves already exist in the setting, the fact that some of the character models, particularly the druid forms, are more high-fidelity and contrast with the classic game's older models, as well as the fact that the race is paywalled behind a $30 add-on.

Now, in an interview with TechRadar Gaming, the WoW: Forever team explained the reasoning behind the race's addition, saying that it has a "great story" to tell with Skyborne and it had the opportunity to use a culture kit that's only used a few times in WoW in the Air Elemental architecture and environments.

"A starter zone felt great to ease this race into the world as well, as it’s not something that you’ll spend a ton of time with," Blizzard said. "You’ll do the quests, experience the zone, and within 4-6 hours you’ll be back to terrestrial Azeroth where the bulk of the game happens. That also influenced why we chose these elves over, say, Quel’dorei elves from Quel’thalas."

The studio added it has "bigger plans" for that region, and "To a degree we also want to signal that we may occasionally make a bold choice." The team is also excited to showcase the "checklist" items most people have for Classic+, but it has a "long, long roadmap of content stretching out several years" in the works, so it's "playing the long game" with how it rolls out content.

"We have seen great reception to the Skyborne in the beta," the studio said. "This is especially true once people complete the starter zone and see how much effort we’ve put into their story to make it feel like a natural inclusion into the world."

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Regarding its decision to make Skyborne accessible to both factions, well, Blizzard has a pretty reasonable answer.

"As for the race itself and faction selection, I wouldn’t say it's specifically for Horde or Alliance; it’s mostly to try and avoid a potentially avoidable population swing," it said.

It explained that Blood Elves, and races that use the "high elf" model, are the most popular race in WoW, "bar none," and when Blood Elves were introduced in The Burning Crusade, which were "introduced in part to give the Horde a less 'monstrous' race," there was a massive knock-on effect that upset the balance of the game.

"The population swung massively, almost 40% in fact, from 60/40 Alliance/Horde to 60/40 Horde/Alliance," Blizzard said. "We knew going into it that we wanted to do a high elf-like race, but we also knew if we only gave it to one faction, that could have long-term population balance impact, so that was something we were leery of. Additionally, when considering the scope of what we could produce for our launch, we had to make a tough choice about how to handle starter zones for a new race."

During development, Blizzard explained, it needed to decide what to prioritize; with Skyborne making its debut, discussions were had about creating two starter zones for both Horde and Alliance, but due to the game's scale, one starter zone seemed more reasonable.

"Our development team came from humble beginnings," it said. "When development on WoW: Forever started and the full scope of what we thought we could deliver was more modest, we had a choice: Make two new starter zones and only have one large questing zone, or make one starter zone and gain an extra level-up zone.

"The calculus was very easy at that time; we opted for a second leveling zone, and that zone became the Riverglades. Once players have a chance to visit the Riverglades and fully experience it, I think they will agree with our decision here."

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