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<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Google Home’s latest update will make it easier to decide who in your household can control your smart home. It comes with a new feature, which Google first started testing last year, that will let you assign people “Admin” and “Member” roles. People with Admin status have full control of all the devices, services, and […]]]></summary>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Google Home’s <a href="https://www.googlenestcommunity.com/t5/Blog/The-right-access-for-the-right-people-with-the-new-Member-role/ba-p/724762">latest update</a> will make it easier to decide who in your household can control your smart home. It comes with a new feature, which <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/17/24323233/google-home-access-tiers-admin-member-smart-devices">Google first started testing</a> last year, that will let you assign people “Admin” and “Member” roles.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">People with Admin status <a href="https://support.google.com/googlenest/answer/9155535?visit_id=638869927312101468-3579328759&p=share_home&rd=2#zippy=%2Cinvite-people-to-a-home%2Cwhats-shared-with-google-accounts-for-children%2Cwhats-shared-with-member-level-access%2Cwhats-shared-with-admin-level-access">have full control</a> of all the devices, services, and users within their smart home, while Members can only use “basic” device controls, like watching the live view of a security camera. However, admins can grant Members additional privileges by giving them “Settings” access, allowing for control over device and home-wide settings. Admins can also turn on “Activity” access so Members can keep tabs on device history and recent events, such as a visitor picked up by a doorbell camera.</p>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Google is also simplifying the process of adding a child under 13 to the Home app. Once you set up your kid with a Google account through Family Link, you can invite them to your Google Home, which will add them as a Member by default.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The previous process involved using either Family Link, Google Home, or Google Assistant settings to add your child’s voice to your smart home before inviting them to your home, and <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/googlehome/comments/tpjdda/cant_add_my_kids_to_home_assistant/">many users</a> <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/googlehome/comments/10ite2v/is_voice_match_for_children_just_broken/">struggled</a> to get it to work. It seems Google is now streamlining the process by letting you invite a child to your home through the Google Home app, so long as you add them to your Google family group.</p>
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<summary type="html"><![CDATA[After a long stretch of slim pickings, the last couple of years have been huge for Android smartwatches. Now there are more good options than ever — with more on the way soon. Much like Android phones, this market is fragmented. Wear OS 5 is here for Samsung’s Galaxy Watches, Google’s Pixel Watch 3, and […]]]></summary>
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<p>After a long stretch of slim pickings, the last couple of years have been huge for Android smartwatches. Now there are more good options than ever — with more on the way soon.</p>
<p>Much like Android phones, this market is fragmented. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/15/24156161/wear-os-5-google-io-smartwatch">Wear OS 5</a> is here for Samsung’s Galaxy Watches, Google’s <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24239115/google-pixel-watch-3-review-smartwatch-wear-os-wearable">Pixel Watch 3</a>, and soon, the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/e/612965">OnePlus Watch 3</a> when it finally <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/618894/oneplus-watch-3-delayed-typo">ships later this month</a> after a <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/617219/oneplus-watch-3-typo-smartwatch">typo debacle</a> all the way back in February.<strong> </strong>Several of these smartwatches will support <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/665219/wear-os-6-gemini-material-3-expressive-smartwatches">Wear OS 6</a> when it’s released later this year, although some may get left behind.</p>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>Best for Samsung users: Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is an iterative but welcome update, with a rotating bezel, better battery life, and a larger display than previous models.</div>
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<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7929ML6"> $399.99 at <strong>Amazon (43mm, BT)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-stainless-steel-smartwatch-43mm-bt-black/6546695.p"> $399.99 at <strong>Best Buy (43mm, BT)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://howl.me/ckkfejU6J7I"> $399.99 at <strong>Samsung (43mm, BT)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Best for non-Samsung users: Google Pixel Watch 3</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Pixel Watch 3 adds a host of new fitness features, brighter screens, and nifty Google integrations.</div>
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<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Google-Pixel-Watch-45mm-Smartwatch/dp/B0D9138ZXM"> $349.99 at <strong>Amazon (41mm, Bluetooth)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/google-pixel-watch-3-41mm-smartwatch-with-obsidian-band-wi-fi-matte-black/6587431.p"> $349.99 at <strong>Best Buy (41mm, Bluetooth)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://store.google.com/product/pixel_watch_3"> $349.99 at <strong>Google (41mm, Bluetooth)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p>If you’d rather wait until Wear OS settles down a bit, there are platform-agnostic smartwatches and fitness watches you can buy in the meantime. Otherwise, you’ll want to be aware of the Wear OS version powering your watch. Mobvoi, for instance, has generally been a step behind Google and Samsung in rolling out the latest version of Wear OS. You should also take note of whether the watch you want is using the latest processor, or a last-gen model.</p>
<p>So long as you keep the aforementioned caveats in mind, Android users have more smartwatch options than ever before. I’ve rounded up my top picks, but if none of these is the right fit, you can always check out our <a href="https://www.theverge.com/22985108/best-fitness-tracker">fitness tracker buying guide</a>.</p>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic</h3>
<div class="product-description">The rotating bezel returns on the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. While the updates are iterative, you now get Wear OS 4, One UI 5 Watch, larger batteries, and a larger display thanks to the 15 percent thinner bezel.</div>
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<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 6</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Better battery life</li><li>Bezels are 30 percent slimmer</li><li>Comes with Wear OS 4</li><li>Everything is slightly improved from last year</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Not much has changed</li><li>You still get a better experience when paired with Samsung phones</li><li>Slightly more expensive</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7929ML6"> $399.99 at <strong>Amazon (43mm, BT)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-galaxy-watch6-classic-stainless-steel-smartwatch-43mm-bt-black/6546695.p"> $399.99 at <strong>Best Buy (43mm, BT)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://howl.me/ckkfejU6J7I"> $399.99 at <strong>Samsung (43mm, BT)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p><em><em><strong>Sizes:</strong> 43mm, 47mm / <strong>Weight:</strong> 77g, 85g / <strong>Battery life:</strong> Up to 30 hours with AOD, 40 without AOD / <strong>Display type: </strong>Always-on OLED / <strong>GPS: </strong>Built-in GPS / <strong>Connectivity:</strong> LTE (optional), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi / <strong>Water resistance:</strong> Up to 50 meters, IP68 / <strong>Music storage:</strong> 16GB</em></em></p>
<p>If you have a Samsung phone, you’ll get the most mileage out of a Samsung smartwatch. And of the four watches Samsung has in its current lineup, I recommend the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic. Although Samsung launched the Galaxy Watch 7 last July, there wasn’t a refresh for the Classic. That means you ought to be seeing some good deals for the Classic soon, if not already. It’s not often that I recommend a last-gen device, but such is my deep love for the physical rotating bezel. For what it’s worth, <em>Android Central </em><a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/wear-os-6">reports that</a> that Samsung’s leaked Wear OS 6 plans include late 2025 updates for the Galaxy Watch 6 Classic, as well as the Galaxy Watch 7, Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Watch FE.</p>
<p>If you want the latest and greatest, the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24211888/samsung-galaxy-watch-7-review-smartwatch-wearables">Galaxy Watch 7</a> offers an upgraded 3nm Exynos W1000 chip and a new 3-in-1 BioActive Sensor. It’s a marginal improvement over the 2023 models, but I don’t feel like Samsung introduced anything last year that requires having them. Mostly, I recommend the 7 if you prefer a smaller size, don’t care about the rotating bezel, and want something a smidge more futureproof.</p>
<p>The Classic’s rotating bezel is 15 percent thinner than the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. The updated design is sleeker than its predecessor, and the larger display is easier on the eyes and is only slightly bigger at 43mm and 47mm. I have small wrists, but the 47mm was still quite comfortable for everyday wear. It launched with Wear OS 4, but currently runs on Wear OS 5, which introduced <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/15/24156161/wear-os-5-google-io-smartwatch">better battery life</a>, and more useful watch face complications. While I prefer the Classic, the base Watch 6 model may be the better option if you want a smaller, lighter, sleeker, and cheaper smartwatch.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24816190/236731_Samsung_Galaxy_Watch_6_AKrales_0180.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic on top of a tennis racket" title="Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic on top of a tennis racket" data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The 40mm Galaxy Watch 6 and the 47mm Watch 6 Classic are iterative updates, but deliver a familiar yet elevated experience.</em> | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" />
<p>For more outdoorsy folks, the $649.99 <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24210505/samsung-galaxy-watch-ultra-review-smartwatch-wearables">Galaxy Watch Ultra</a> might be the more sensible choice. Of all Samsung’s watches, it has the best battery life, lasting around three days in our testing. (Though, we never got the full 100-hour estimated battery life.) It’s got dual-frequency GPS, a new multisport activity, an emergency siren, increased durability, 10ATM of water resistance, and a Quick Button, which acts as a customizable shortcut button. It’s basically an Apple Watch Ultra for Android.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, if you’re on a budget, there’s the $199.99 <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/13/24176939/samsung-galaxy-watch-fe-price-specs">Galaxy Watch FE</a>, which is essentially a rebadged Galaxy Watch 4. </p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is targeted at more outdoorsy folks with dual-frequency GPS, a new multisport activity, an emergency siren, and increased durability.</div>
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<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 7</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Longer battery life than the regular Galaxy Watch</li><li>Double pinch is useful</li><li>Adds dual-frequency GPS and sleep apnea detection</li><li>Cheaper than the Apple Watch Ultra</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Where is Samsung in this? </li><li>The squircle chonk doesn’t fit small wrists</li><li>Sleep apnea feature is limited to Galaxy phones</li><li>AGEs metric is baffling</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0D1YL96ND/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1"> $649.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://howl.me/cmMK5emkCWL"> $649.99 at <strong>Samsung</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-galaxy-watch-ultra-titanium-smartwatch-47mm-lte-titanium-gray/6585557.p"> $649.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p>The Samsung Health app also delivers a good overall fitness tracking experience, especially since you can enable turn-by-turn navigation for hiking and<strong> </strong>cycling activities. We weren’t too impressed with nightly SpO2 readings, but Samsung’s overall sleep tracking continues to improve. You also get built-in GPS, body composition analysis, irregular heart rate notifications, fall detection, emergency SOS features, and EKGs. Most recently, Samsung added a new Energy score, AI-powered wellness insights, FDA-cleared sleep apnea detection, and a confusing AGEs Index metric for metabolic health. While the Energy score is broadly accurate, I found the AI-generated features to be hit or miss and the AGEs Index to be more gimmicky than useful. The latter feature is also limited to the Galaxy Watch 7 and Ultra.</p>
<p>We don’t necessarily recommend the Galaxy Watches if you don’t have a Samsung phone. EKGs and sleep apnea detection<strong> </strong>require the Samsung Health Monitor app, which is limited to Samsung phones. You can work around it, but all Samsung watches work <em>best</em> with other Samsung devices. Samsung <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/691662/samsung-unpacked-july-ultra-foldable">announced</a> a Galaxy Unpacked event on July 9th, and it may introduce new Galaxy Watches along with its <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/618855/samsung-galaxy-z-fold-7-leaks-renders-thin-onleaks">rumored</a> foldable phones.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="TFwXTK"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/23818557/samsung-galaxy-watch-6-review-bezels-smartwatch-wearables">Read my full Galaxy Watch 6 series review</a>.</h5>
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<div class="product-block"><h3>Pixel Watch 3 (41mm, Bluetooth)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Pixel Watch 3 adds a host of new fitness features, brighter screens, and nifty Google integrations.</div>
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<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 8</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>We finally get a bigger size!</li><li>Moderate battery improvements</li><li>Lots of neat Google integrations</li><li>Good running updates</li><li>Readiness and Cardio Load scores not locked behind paywall</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>It’s best with a Pixel phone</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Google-Pixel-Watch-45mm-Smartwatch/dp/B0D9138ZXM"> $349.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/google-pixel-watch-3-41mm-smartwatch-with-obsidian-band-wi-fi-matte-black/6587431.p"> $349.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://store.google.com/product/pixel_watch_3"> $349.99 at <strong>Google</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p><em><em><strong>Sizes:</strong> 41mm, 45mm / <strong>Weight:</strong> 31g for 41mm, 37g for 45mm / <strong>Battery life:</strong> Roughly 24 hours with AOD enabled / <strong>Display type: </strong>Always-on OLED / <strong>GPS: </strong>Built-in GPS / <strong>Connectivity:</strong> LTE (optional), Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Safety Signal with Fitbit Premium / <strong>Water resistance:</strong> 5ATM / <strong>Music storage:</strong> 32GB</em></em></p>
<p>The $349.99 <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24239115/google-pixel-watch-3-review-smartwatch-wear-os-wearable">Google Pixel Watch 3</a> is done playing catch-up. It’s an annoying truth that if you have a Samsung phone, a Samsung smartwatch is probably the best choice for you. However, for everyone else, I highly recommend the Pixel Watch 3.</p>
<p>There are several updates to the Pixel Watch 3, but the gist is that it’s a more refined watch that also expands into new territory. One major update is that there are now two sizes: 41mm and 45mm. You get extra screen real estate on the larger watch, but the bezels are also smaller on the 41mm model. (If you’re trying to pick between sizes, I prefer the 45mm.) The displays are brighter as well, ranging from a minimum of 1 nit to a maximum of 2,000 nits.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25610299/247234_Pixel_Watch_3_AKrales_0205.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,32.547993019197,100,34.904013961606" alt="The 45mm and 41mm Pixel Watch 3 in colorful boxes" title="The 45mm and 41mm Pixel Watch 3 in colorful boxes" data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The 45mm model also wears small. The difference between the two sizes isn’t massive as far as wearability.</em> | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" />
<p>Health and fitness also get several updates, especially for runners. There’s a new Cardio Load metric that gauges the cardiovascular intensity of the exercises you’ve been doing over a set period of time. It’s similar to Garmin’s Training Load metric. You’re also given a Cardio Load target based on your fitness goals, readiness, and current activity. Runners also get a new dashboard full of form analysis metrics as well as the ability to program custom workouts. In addition, you can get AI-generated suggested workouts. And if you’re in Europe or the US, the Pixel Watch 3 can now detect if you no<strong><a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/619929/google-pixel-watch-3-loss-of-pulse-fda-clerance-smartwatch"> </a></strong><a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/619929/google-pixel-watch-3-loss-of-pulse-fda-clerance-smartwatch">longer have a pulse</a> and call emergency services.</p>
<p>The Pixel Watch 3 also adds a bunch of nifty Google integrations. It’s excellent if you have a Google-powered smart home because you can now directly view and interact with your Nest Doorbell or camera feeds. You can also use the watch as a remote for your Google TV, and there are new Google Home Tile / complications that make controlling your home from your wrist a breeze. Also new are offline Google Maps, the ability to unlock Pixel phones, and a Call Assist feature that lets a caller know you need an extra minute to pick up your phone. A recent <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/694246/google-android-pixel-watch-3-bluetooth-6-sounding-tracking-wear-os-update">software update</a> brought precise Bluetooth tracking to the device, so you can find it with “centimeter-level accuracy” with a device that supports Bluetooth 6.0. Google has committed to providing the Pixel Watch 3 with at <a href="https://support.google.com/product-documentation/answer/12799779">least three years</a> of software updates, the next of which includes Wear OS 6 later this year.</p>
<p>That said, while the Pixel Watch was initially framed as a watch for any Android phone, several updates this time around mean you’ll get the best experience with a Pixel phone. But compared to Samsung, there isn’t quite as much lock-in. Health features, for example, are available to everyone so long as you have a Fitbit account. Extra good news: Google removed certain metrics, like the Daily Readiness Score, from the Fitbit Premium paywall. Mostly, the features locked to Pixel phones are the Recorder app and things like the ability to unlock your phone with the watch.</p>
<p>One thing to be mindful of is durability. While the domed display is beautiful, we cracked the screen on the original Pixel Watch <em>and</em> got deep scratches on the Pixel Watch 2. (Thankfully, we haven’t messed up the Pixel Watch 3.) Google doesn’t offer any repair options, but you can get the Preferred Care extended warranty if you want to be prepared should something happen. It’s not ideal since it’s limited to the US and Canada, but it’s a step in the right direction. </p>
<p>In case you’re wondering if a Pixel Watch 4 will come out, it’s likely. As for when, we don’t know. Google hasn’t officially announced a new smartwatch, and it was absent from <a href="https://www.theverge.com/google-io">this year’s I/O developer conference</a>, but it’s worth considering that this watch will probably get a follow-up in the coming months.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="7hi5hI"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/24239115/google-pixel-watch-3-review-smartwatch-wear-os-wearable">Read my full Google Pixel Watch 3 review</a>.</h5>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="XToLsa">Best alternative to Google and Samsung smartwatches</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>OnePlus Watch 2</h3>
<div class="product-description">The OnePlus Watch 2 has Wear OS 4, multiday battery life, dual-frequency GPS, and helps fill the void left by Fossil exiting the Android smartwatch space.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25412030/247069_Oneplus_watch_2_AKrales_0069.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 7</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Praise be, the watch works</li><li>Long battery life</li><li>Launches with Google Assistant</li><li>Competitively priced</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>No LTE option</li><li>Android only</li><li>Missing EKGs, fall detection</li><li>Only one size</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CV5YC5FV/"> <strike>$299.99</strike> $249.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.oneplus.com/us/buy-oneplus-watch-2"> $299.99 at <strong>OnePlus (with code LUCKY25)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p><em><em><strong>Sizes:</strong> 47mm with 22mm straps / <strong>Weight:</strong> 49g case, 80g with strap / <strong>Battery life:</strong> Up to 100 hours in smart mode, 48 with AOD on, and 12 days in power-saving mode / <strong>Display type:</strong> OLED touchscreen / <strong>GPS:</strong> Dual-frequency GPS, Beidou, GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, QZSS / <strong>Connectivity:</strong> Bluetooth, Wi-Fi / <strong>Water resistance:</strong> 5ATM / <strong>Music storage:</strong> 32GB</em></em></p>
<p>The $299.99 OnePlus Watch 2 is what a glow-up looks like. While the original <a href="https://www.theverge.com/22380322/oneplus-watch-review-price-specs-features">OnePlus Watch</a> was horrible, this watch helps fill the void that Fossil left when it said it was <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/26/24052275/fossil-quitting-smartwatches-android-wear-os">pulling out of Android smartwatches</a> — namely, a viable alternative to Google and Samsung.</p>
<p>The 47mm case is big for petite wrists, and unfortunately, it only comes in one size, but it’s made of durable stainless steel and sapphire crystal. Plus, it houses a 500mAh battery. That, plus a dual-chip architecture and <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/26/24081349/wear-os-4-oneplus-hybrid-wearables-smartwatches">novel dual OS system</a>, results in super long battery life. How long a smartwatch lasts will, of course, depend on your individual usage, but I got nearly four days with normal use. That’s incredible for a flagship.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25379979/247069_Oneplus_watch_2_AKrales_0125.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="Close-up of the OnePlus Watch 2 on a red book" title="Close-up of the OnePlus Watch 2 on a red book" data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The OnePlus Watch 2 has stupendous battery life.</em> | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" />
<p>It also has Wear OS 4, making it the only third-party Wear OS watch running the latest software (Watch 2 users <a href="https://www.androidcentral.com/wearables/oneplus-has-set-interesting-standard-with-wear-os-5-and-oneplus-watch-3">might receive</a> Wear OS 5 updates before September). It has Google Assistant from the get-go — a big achievement since that’s been a problem with other third-party Android watches. Plus, you get access to the Google Play Store for a robust app ecosystem. On the fitness side of things, OnePlus added dual-frequency GPS. That’s a plus if you’re outdoorsy and frequent challenging GPS environments like dense forests or crowded cities.</p>
<p>The main things you’re giving up are LTE connectivity and some features like EKGs, atrial fibrillation detection, native period tracking, and fall detection. The lack of cellular is a bummer, as it means you really should keep your phone on you when you’re out and about. Still, the $300 price tag is a competitive one and may be worth the trade-off given battery life.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">That said, the OnePlus Watch 3 will ship with Wear OS 5, and will feature a rotating crown that actually scrolls, improved battery life, a better GPS antenna, and a bunch of new health features. That model will debut in early July. (In the meantime, <a href="https://www.theverge.com/e/612965">here’s my hands-on</a>.) You might want to keep in mind, however, that the Watch 3 is $50 more expensive. On the bright side, this also means we’ll probably see discounts on the remaining OnePlus Watch 2 inventory.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="a88jY6"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/24132998/one-plus-watch-2-review-smartwatches-wearables">Read my full OnePlus Watch 2 review</a>.</h5>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="kw7Yhq">Best fitness smartwatch for Android</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5</h3>
<div class="product-description">Mobvoi’s long-awaited TicWatch Pro 5 has superior battery life, excellent fitness tracking, and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon W5 Plus chip.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24666157/236670_Mobvoi_TicWatch_Pro_5_AKrales_0045.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Close-up of person pressing the TicWatch Pro 5’s digital crown" /></figure>
<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 7</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Truly multiday battery life</li><li>W5 Plus chip helps to futureproof</li><li>Good health tracking updates</li><li>The ULP display has an ingenious way of displaying heart rate zones</li><li>Digital crown!</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Why so many apps??</li><li>W5 Plus doesn’t get you a huge performance bump</li><li>No digital assistant</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.mobvoi.com/us/products/ticwatchpro5"> <strike>$349.99</strike> $130 at <strong>Mobvoi</strong></a></li><li><a href="http://amazon.com/dp/B0BYS4KJV6/"> <strike>$349.99</strike> $139.5 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p><em><em><strong>Sizes:</strong> 50mm with 24mm straps / <strong>Weight:</strong> 44.3g / <strong>Battery life:</strong> Up to 80 hours / <strong>Display type:</strong> OLED touchscreen and secondary ultra-low power display / <strong>GPS:</strong> GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, Beidou / <strong>Connectivity:</strong> Bluetooth, Wi-Fi / <strong>Water resistance:</strong> 5ATM / <strong>Music storage:</strong> 32GB</em></em></p>
<p>Mobvoi’s TicWatch lineup has its devoted fans for a reason: super long battery life. The $349.99 TicWatch Pro 5 is no exception. It’s got an estimated 80 hours of battery life with standard use, a secondary ultra-low power display, and a massive (for a smartwatch you wear on your wrist, at least) 628mAh battery. I didn’t quite get 80 hours in my testing, but I did get a solid 48-60 hours with heavy GPS use. That outclasses most of the watches in this category (except the OnePlus Watch 2) and is useful for backpackers and endurance athletes. It might not hold a candle to a <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2022/1/18/22883556/garmin-fenix-7-epix-gps-smartwatches-outdoors-fitness">top-of-the-line Garmin</a>, but it’s also a smarter watch for a fraction of the price.</p>
<p>Battery life aside, the Pro 5 is a good option for fitness-focused people who aren’t keen on giving up smart capabilities for a Garmin or Polar. It’s also more durable. This time around, Mobvoi has also added a digital crown so you don’t have to worry about scrolling through menus with sweaty fingers. The flatter side button also reduces the risk of accidental presses.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24666161/236670_Mobvoi_TicWatch_Pro_5_AKrales_0091.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="Close up of the ULP display on the TicWatch Pro 5" title="Close up of the ULP display on the TicWatch Pro 5" data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The ULP display helps to extend battery life.</em> | Photo by Amelias Holowaty Krales / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Amelias Holowaty Krales / The Verge" />
<p>The Pro 5 also has an ingenious method of displaying heart rate. When you lift up your arm, the backlight changes color depending on which heart rate zone you’re in. That means you can instantly gauge whether to up the intensity or slow your roll. The Pro 5 also adds new training metrics, like VO2 Max and recovery time.</p>
<p>The TicWatch supports stress tracking, all-day blood oxygen monitoring, fatigue assessments, as well as atrial fibrillation and irregular heartbeat detection. For outdoorsy types, it also has access to multiple GNSS systems, and there’s a new barometer and compass app, as well as a one-tap measurement app that gives you a quick look at five metrics (heart rate, blood oxygen, stress, respiratory rate, and overall heart health).</p>
<p>It’s also pretty capable on the productivity front. You get contactless payments, access to the Play Store, notifications, and the ability to take calls. <em>It runs on W5 Plus chip, which is a more powerful version of the chip inside the Google Pixel 3 and OnePlus Watch 2. This is a plus in terms of hardware futureproofing</em>. <em>However, the watch received an <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/4/24235843/at-long-last-wear-os-4-arrives-on-mobvoi-ticwatches">update to Wear OS 4</a> over a year after its release, and has not commented on whether it will support Wear OS 5, much less Wear OS 6. Two other</em> major concerns are the 50mm case that may not suit smaller wrists and the lack of a digital assistant.</p>
<p>The Pro 5 has also seen a steady price drop since the start of the year, and it’s regularly available for under $150.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="KumW6f"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/23733359/mobvoi-ticwatch-pro-5-review-wear-os-3-smartwatch-wearables">Read my full Mobvoi TicWatch Pro 5 review</a>.</h5>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="xyqJ1r">Best hybrid smartwatch</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Withings ScanWatch Light</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Withings Scanwatch Light is a hybrid analog smartwatch that tracks the basics like steps and activities, while delivering up to 30 days of battery life.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25282427/247014_Withings_ScanWatch_2_Light_AKrales_0015.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Close up of Withings ScanWatch light" /></figure>
<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 7</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Long battery life</li><li>Also gets you lots of compliments</li><li>Comfortable to wear</li><li>Great price</li><li>Adds period tracking</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Has fewer sensors than the ScanWatch 2</li><li>Again, the OLED display is tiny</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Withings-ScanWatch-Light-Smartwatch-Monitoring/dp/B0CG9RZFLN/"> $249.95 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/withings-scanwatch-light/-/A-93794516?preselect=90708670"> $249.95 at <strong>Target</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.withings.com/us/en/scanwatch-light/shop"> $249.95 at <strong>Withings</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p><em><em><strong>Sizes:</strong> 37mm with 18mm straps / <strong>Weight:</strong> 45g / <strong>Battery life:</strong> Up to 39 days / <strong>Display type:</strong> OLED display / <strong>GPS:</strong> Tethered GPS / <strong>Connectivity:</strong> Bluetooth / <strong>Water resistance:</strong> 5ATM / <strong>Music storage:</strong> N/A</em></em></p>
<p>Hybrid smartwatches are an excellent way to keep things simple and subtle. The $249.95 Withings ScanWatch Light gets you the basics like push notifications, timers, and alarms. On the health front, you can track steps, sleep, menstrual cycles, and GPS workouts. (That said, GPS is tethered from your phone, not built in.) The design reminds me of a classier Swatch, particularly if you get the more colorful options in a minty green or pale blue. But the big reason the Light has dethroned our previous pick, the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/22882401/garmin-vivomove-sport-review-fitness-tracker-smartwatch-wearables">Garmin Vivomove Sport</a>, is its extra-long battery life. Withings estimates it lasts up to 30 days on a single charge, and I got pretty close to that in testing with 25 days. Despite the Vivomove’s more appealing $180 price tag, it only lasts about five days.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25282437/247014_Withings_ScanWatch_2_Light_AKrales_0117.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="Overhead view of person wearing Withings ScanWatch 2 and ScanWatch Light" title="Overhead view of person wearing Withings ScanWatch 2 and ScanWatch Light" data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The ScanWatch 2 (left) is a fancier version of the Light and has a few more health features.</em> | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" />
<p>If you want a bit more out of a hybrid, you can also opt for the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Withings-ScanWatch-Monitoring-Fitness-Compatible/dp/B0DJFWPCM9">ScanWatch 2</a>. It’s an extra $100, but you get EKGs and atrial fibrillation detection, temperature sensors, SpO2 readings, and an altimeter for measuring elevation. It also looks a bit more elegant on the wrist, partly because of a secondary dial that tracks your daily step progress.</p>
<p>If neither matches your style, the Vivomove Sport is still a good option that gets you access to Garmin’s in-depth platform. Its <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23600040/garmin-vivomove-trend-review-hybrid-smartwatch-wearable">Vivomove Trend</a> is a slightly more upscale option that also supports Qi charging.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="mq3RA5"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/24085043/withings-scanwatch-2-scanwatch-light-review-wearables-smartwatch">Read my full Withings ScanWatch Light review</a>.</h5>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="EC2Hom">Best platform-agnostic fitness smartwatch</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Garmin Venu 3S</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Garmin Venu 3S adds a new heart rate sensor, a wheelchair mode, and much-improved sleep tracking and nap detection. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25047628/236839_Garmin_Venu_3_AKrales_0021.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Person looking at Garmin Venu 3 on their wrist showing calendar widget." /></figure>
<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 7</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Good battery life</li><li>Better sleep tracking and nap detection</li><li>EKG and AFib features</li><li>Can take calls and use your phone’s voice assistant</li><li>Audio meditation sessions done well</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Pricey compared to other lifestyle smartwatches</li><li>Limited third-party app ecosystem</li><li>No LTE capability</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CDC6Y617/"> $445 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/garmin-venu-3s-gps-smartwatch-41-mm-fiber-reinforced-polymer-stainless-steel-and-french-gray/6551499.p?skuId=6551499"> $449.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/873214/"> $449.99 at <strong>Garmin</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p><em><em><strong>Sizes:</strong> 41mm with 18mm straps; 45mm with 22mm straps / <strong>Weight:</strong> 40g for the 3S; 47g for the 3 / <strong>Battery life:</strong> Up to 10 days for 3S; 14 days for 3 / <strong>Display type:</strong> OLED touchscreen / <strong>GPS:</strong> GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO / <strong>Connectivity:</strong> Bluetooth, Ant Plus, Wi-Fi / <strong>Water resistance:</strong> 5ATM / <strong>Music storage:</strong> 8GB</em></em></p>
<p>Garmin is best known for making rugged GPS watches that have excellent fitness features but aren’t so smart otherwise. But the $449.99 Venu 3 caters to people who want top-notch <a href="https://www.theverge.com/22985108/best-fitness-tracker">fitness tracking</a> without sacrificing productivity features.</p>
<p>It’s got a colorful and vibrant always-on OLED display and comes in two sizes: 41mm and 45mm. Like its predecessor, the Venu 2 Plus, it also has a microphone and speaker so you can take and make calls directly from the wrist. It also has a clever workaround for digital assistants — it uses Bluetooth to work with whatever assistant is already on your phone. You’d think more fitness trackers would do this, but they don’t. It worked well in testing, though digital assistants aren’t always the smartest at understanding commands.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25047640/236839_Garmin_Venu_3_AKrales_0153.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="Person wearing the Garmin Venu 3S while putting their hand in a jeans pocket." title="Person wearing the Garmin Venu 3S while putting their hand in a jeans pocket." data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The Venu 3 series is a little pricey, but it’s the smartest watch Garmin’s got to offer.</em> | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" />
<p>The Venu 3 doesn’t have the best third-party app ecosystem, but it has Spotify, Deezer, and Amazon Music for offline playback. Android users can also send quick responses for texts, and the watch works with either iOS or Android for folks who want to keep their options open. It also has fall detection, live tracking, and contactless payments.</p>
<p>As for health features, it has Garmin’s latest heart rate sensor, which enables its FDA-cleared EKG app to detect atrial fibrillation. Otherwise, you get built-in GPS, continuous heart rate monitoring, all of the advanced coaching features in the Garmin Connect app, and Garmin’s famous in-depth health data. The Venu 3 also improves sleep tracking with nap detection and adds audio-guided meditation sessions. There’s also a new wheelchair mode.</p>
<p>This isn’t the most hardcore Garmin that money can buy, but it’s definitely one of the smartest. The price is a bit high compared to most smartwatches, but by Garmin standards, it’s middle-of-the-pack. If you need a bigger screen, Garmin just released the Venu X1, a GPS smartwatch with a 51mm display. Garmin says it can last up to eight days per charge, and Pulse Ox sensor, but cannot take an EKG. The Venu X1 is available for $749.99 at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Smartwatch-Advanced-Features-ComfortFit/dp/B0FCYHNL3C/ref=sr_1_3?crid=Z7N9G8P2YPTY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UZdrivZI-KeGfcg_ZGaa7NxLWZmiOJC10Jucodr4EZBOLLf8b916dL2x_VTCRcuU9bbJ6qSTIezlcM8jbq1WuWvFWaeSdhT23elOwoAqHjYWDnoHHl-BQ0Z8l00RV5fbb8g1mjFHptPSeYacvwocKN9Cnd24mUCDCnI8F68C_QUn2ZakJLqhWbME5TZW2F-aldFRRSQGdVTpGgDqsSNh5e65jWDYdJyaaLxRwNCo2tA.Wz8BRaFWf251oG2XSlKOu6TPq3aE_nYSTWzYZdZRgJ8&dib_tag=se&keywords=venu%2Bx1&qid=1751383065&sprefix=venu%2B%2Caps%2C540&sr=8-3&th=1">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/garmin-venu-x1-gps-smartwatch-51-mm-fiber-reinforced-polymer-black-with-slate-titanium-caseback-2025/6635856.p">Best Buy</a>.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="Rjsnul"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/23982519/garmin-venu-3s-review-smartwatch-sleep-tracking-wearable">Read my full Garmin Venu 3S review</a>.</h5>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="ZB61wf">Best budget Android smartwatch</h2>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Amazfit Active 2</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Amazfit Active 2 delivers outsized value for the price. It looks spiffy and has a wide array of health tracking features, plus built-in GPS and AI chatbots to provide extra context to your data.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/257523_Amazfit_Active_2_AKrales_0106.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Angled view of the Amazfit Active 2 showing a stylish retro watch face against a bright blue background" /></figure>
<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 7</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Stacked feature set for the price</li><li>Looks spiffy</li><li>Good battery life</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Touchscreen and voice commands are finicky</li><li>Can’t edit workouts</li><li>AI chatbots are meh</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazfit-Direction-Fitness-Resistant-Silicone/dp/B0DT3YNMBX/"> $99.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/Amazfit-Active-2-Smart-Watch-44mm-GPS-Maps-Direction-Fitn%5B…%5D0-Sport-Modes-Water-Resistant-Android-Apple-iPhon/15169659772"> $99.99 at <strong>Walmart</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://us.amazfit.com/products/active-2-round"> $99.99 at <strong>Amazfit</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p><em><em><em><em><strong>Size:</strong> 43mm w/ 20mm straps / <strong>Weight:</strong> 29.5g for standard, 31.7g for premium / <strong>Battery life:</strong> Up to 10 days / <strong>Display type:</strong> OLED touchscreen / <strong>GPS:</strong> Five GNSS systems / <strong>Connectivity:</strong> Bluetooth, Wi-Fi / <strong>Water resistance:</strong> 5ATM / <strong>Music storage:</strong> </em>N/A</em></em></em></p>
<p>Amazfit’s made a name for itself making budget wearables that punch far above their weight. The $99.99 Amazfit Active 2 is no exception. </p>
<p>The Active 2 is a surprisingly spiffy watch considering its price. The standard version has a stainless steel case with tempered glass, and if you shell out $50 extra, you can get the premium model with sapphire crystal and an extra leather strap<strong> </strong>at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazfit-Premium-Fitness-Resistant-Sapphire/dp/B0F94KYCQX" data-type="link" data-id="https://www.amazon.com/Amazfit-Premium-Fitness-Resistant-Sapphire/dp/B0F94KYCQX">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://us.amazfit.com/products/active-2-square">Amazfit</a>. Normally, I don’t get compliments while wearing budget smartwatches, but I got <em>several</em> while wearing this one. </p>
<p>While it doesn’t run Wear OS, its proprietary Zepp OS makes for a platform-agnostic smartwatch. Feature-wise, you get all the basics and then some. That includes things like continuous heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen rate, heart rate variability, stress tracking, alerts for abnormally high and low heart rate, and skin temperature tracking. You also get offline maps with turn-by-turn navigation, 160 different sport activity profiles, and a new strength training activity that automatically tracks reps. The Active 2 doesn’t have dual-frequency GPS, but it has the next best thing: access to all five of the major GNSS satellite systems. As far as health tracking goes, it also emphasizes trendy metrics like a readiness score and has a revamped sleep tracking algorithm. Battery life is estimated at about 10 days, though as a heavy user, I got around eight to nine in my testing. </p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/257523_Amazfit_Active_2_AKrales_0080.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="" title="" data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>This watch got me several compliments, which I don’t usually expect at this price point.</em> | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge" />
<p class="has-text-align-none">Something that sets the Active 2 apart at this price range is access to an AI assistant on wrist and AI chatbots within the Zepp app. The Zepp Flow assistant (on wrist) is a little finicky, but you can use it to control your watch’s on-device settings and basic queries like asking for the weather. The Zepp Aura AI bot costs an extra $77 yearly, and you can ask it to deliver insights into your readiness and sleep scores. I found it hit or miss, but at least it’s well-integrated into the app, snappy, and most importantly, optional. More useful is the Zepp Coach, which you can use to generate custom training plans.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">All in all, I don’t have much to gripe about this watch, which is wild given how affordable it is. It certainly delivers an outsized bang for your buck. Just make sure you wipe off any sweaty fingers, since its touchscreen doesn’t handle them well.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="m9DENu"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/smartwatch-review/608342/amazfit-active-2-review-budget-smartwatch-wearables-fitness-tracker">Read my full Amazfit Active 2 review</a>.</h5>
<p><em><strong>Update, July 1st: </strong>Adjusted pricing/availability, and updated the copy to reflect recent happenings in the space. <em><em>Brandt Ranj also contributed to this post.</em></em></em></p>
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<title type="html"><![CDATA[Ultra Mobile raised its data caps without a price increase]]></title>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">T-Mobile is bringing some of its Uncarrier energy to Ultra Mobile, the carrier’s international-focused MVNO that operates on its network. <a href="https://www.t-mobile.com/news/offers/ultra-mobile-doubles-down-on-value-and-savings-more-data-more-perks-2012-prices">It announced</a> that its plans now have slightly higher data caps and more international perks, but with the same prices as before for new and existing subscribers — a rare thing to see these days.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The plan with the most notable increase in data cap is its $39 per month tier, which jumps from 15GB to 24GB per month. It also includes 5GB of data you can use in Mexico before international data roaming charges kick in. If you’re accustomed to churning through a ton of data every month, its $59 per month unlimited (talk, text, and data) plan is stuffed with more goodies. It includes a combined $20 in international calling and data roaming credits, plus 25GB to use as a mobile hotspot (it previously included 20GB). You’ll also get 100 minutes to call “nearly anywhere,” and either 500 texts or 500MB of roaming data to use while traveling abroad before you have to pay extra.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/CR16948_Ultra-IW-Plan-Upgrade-Chart.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.764372794958,100,78.471254410084" alt="An image showing the breakdown in cost and perks of all Ultra Mobile’s phone plans. It starts at $19 per month for a 4GB plan, going up to $59 per month for an unlimited plan that offers 5GB more data for use in mobile hotspot mode." title="An image showing the breakdown in cost and perks of all Ultra Mobile’s phone plans. It starts at $19 per month for a 4GB plan, going up to $59 per month for an unlimited plan that offers 5GB more data for use in mobile hotspot mode." data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="" data-portal-copyright="Image: T-Mobile" />
<p class="has-text-align-none">Whichever plan is best for your budget, Ultra Mobile stands out from Mint Mobile and Metro (other T-Mobile-owned MVNOs), as well as other major carriers, by offering more perks for people who call and text folks in countries outside the US. In addition to unlimited talk and text to Mexico, Canada, and the UK, Ultra allows free calls to landlines and mobile phones in China, India, Australia, and many other countries. Plus, all of its plans support Wi-Fi calling, which makes it easy to take calls even if local coverage is spotty.</p>
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<title type="html"><![CDATA[The GOP’s big spending bill could kill renewable energy projects]]></title>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Senate Republicans today <a href="https://www.senate.gov/legislative/LIS/roll_call_lists/vote_menu_119_1.htm">passed</a> a sweeping spending bill that narrowly avoided punitive tax measures on renewable energy but still threatens to stall its growth in the US. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">After wrangling over hundreds of amendments for more than 24 hours in a so-called “vote-a-rama” on Monday and Tuesday, Senate Republicans advanced the bill with provisions that make it near impossible for many renewable energy projects to qualify for tax incentives Congress passed in 2022. But a last-minute amendment eliminated a proposal to impose a new excise tax on solar and wind projects, which industry groups and advocates warned could have done even more to cut jobs and raise electricity bills. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The fate of renewable energy projects — many of them in Republican districts — was a major sticking point that <a href="https://www.politico.com/news/2025/06/30/the-gop-war-over-clean-energy-comes-to-head-at-vote-a-rama-00433839">nearly stopped</a> GOP lawmakers from reaching an agreement on the “<a href="https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1">One Big Beautiful Bill Act</a>” that’s a key pillar of Donald Trump’s agenda. As passed, the Senate bill could have wide-ranging effects on many Americans’ lives, including cuts to <a href="https://www.npr.org/2025/05/21/nx-s1-5406392/trump-republicans-tax-bill-reconciliation-medicaid">Medicaid and food assistance programs</a>, a spectrum auction that could slow down <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/694479/senate-bill-reduce-capacity-6ghz-wifi-band">Wi-Fi speeds</a>, massive funding increases for Trump’s mass deportation campaign, and <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/06/30/upshot/senate-republican-megabill.html">much more</a>. (A 10-year moratorium on state AI laws was <a href="https://www.theverge.com/politics/695495/senate-drops-ai-moratorium-budget-bill">dropped at the last minute</a>.) It’s now headed back to the House to vote on any changes that have been made to the text since it <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/672787/house-republican-spending-bill-tax-credits-renewable-energy">passed its own version of the bill</a> in May. </p>
<figure class="wp-block-pullquote"><blockquote><p>The fate of renewable energy projects — many of them in Republican districts — was a major sticking point</p></blockquote></figure>
<p class="has-text-align-none">“There’s this push and pull between [GOP] members who … see the importance of doing things for their constituents, and a kind of ideological argument at a national level” that vilifies wind and solar energy, says Nat Keohane, president of the Center for Climate and Energy Solutions (C2ES).</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Clean energy and climate advocates are still outraged by the bill’s slashing of incentives for renewables — on top of other language that gets rid of <a href="https://www.aceee.org/press-release/2025/07/congresss-megabill-would-raise-energy-costs-strain-electric-grid">energy efficiency programs</a>, guts <a href="https://alaskawild.org/blog/senate-greenlights-historic-land-grab-in-alaska-puts-arctic-refuge-on-the-auction-block/">protections</a> for public lands, and <a href="https://www.autoweek.com/news/a65265733/ev-tax-credit-big-beautiful-bill/">winds down tax credits for electric vehicles</a>. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The bill nearly passed with a measure that could have devastated renewable energy companies. On Friday night, a surprise proposal was added for an excise tax on solar and wind projects. The tax would have essentially penalized developers who failed to meet requirements barring “material assistance from prohibited foreign entities.” In other words, they’d have needed to prove that their supply chains weren’t tainted by any materials or business ties to foreign governments the Trump administration deemed unacceptable — including China, which dominates supply chains for <a href="https://www.iea.org/reports/solar-pv-global-supply-chains/executive-summary">solar components</a> and <a href="https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/chinas-dominance-wind-turbine-manufacturing-2024-04-10/">wind turbines</a>. “It’s almost spiteful,” Keohane says of the plan.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The proposed tax was dropped this morning. But some advocates worry that introducing and removing the excise tax was a red herring, drawing attention away from other measures that could still derail renewable energy projects.  </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Most prominently, the bill sets aggressive deadlines for any wind and solar developers hoping to take advantage of Biden-era tax credits for carbon-pollution-free energy. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/22/22394366/joe-biden-pledge-us-greenhouse-gas-emissions-2030">Biden committed</a> the US to slashing greenhouse gas pollution roughly in half from peak levels by the end of the decade under the Paris Agreement. To reach that goal, <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2022/8/12/23302050/inflation-reduction-act-house-vote-climate-change-clean-energy">Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act</a> (IRA), which expanded tax credits for pollution-cutting technologies including renewables, in 2022. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Today, the Senate passed language that stipulates that solar and wind projects would need to either start construction within a year of the bill’s enactment or be placed in service by 2027 in order to qualify for IRA tax credits. Many projects would struggle to meet that truncated timeline given the long lead times needed to secure financing and permits and connect to the power grid.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none"><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/21/climate/ira-republicans-clean-energy.html">Republican districts</a> actually stand to <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/graphics/2024-opinion-biden-ira-sends-green-energy-investment-republican-districts/">benefit the most</a> <a href="https://www.canarymedia.com/articles/clean-energy/republican-tax-credits-ira-repeal">from IRA incentives</a> for new solar and wind farms and factories. The tax bill’s future seemed to hinge largely <a href="https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5378523-trump-murkowski-vote-megabill/">on getting Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) on board</a> with these limits, as well as cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs. Murkowski <a href="https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2025/06/30/congress/murkowski-plans-amendment-to-ease-solar-wind-tax-credit-phaseouts-00432508">co-sponsored</a> the <a href="https://subscriber.politicopro.com/f/?id=00000197-c16f-de82-a7d7-d77f36830000">amendment</a> to toss out the excise tax on renewables and eventually voted in favor of the bill — giving Republicans the <a href="https://www.senate.gov/legislative/LIS/roll_call_votes/vote1191/vote_119_1_00372.htm">51-50 vote they needed to succeed</a> (with Vice President JD Vance casting the tiebreaking vote). </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The fact that solar and wind — favorite punching bags of Trump and other right-wing culture warriors — were targeted rather than other carbon-pollution-free sources of electricity, like nuclear reactors, is telling. Trump, who campaigned <a href="https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4961820-oil-bigwigs-open-wallets-for-trump-after-billion-dollar-request/">with support from the fossil fuel industry</a>, has been particularly vitriolic <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/03/trump-war-on-clean-energy-big-oil">against wind and solar energy</a>. Misleading claims about renewable energy projects harming wildlife and inaccurate claims about wind and solar leading to power outages have been flagged by researchers as leading talking points in <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/691183/climate-change-misinformation-synthesis-report-renewable-energy-solutions">disinformation campaigns about climate change</a>.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Secretary of Energy Chris Wright repeated similar tropes in an <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/06/27/opinion/how-the-big-beautiful-bill-will-lower-energy-costs-bolster-the-electric-grid-and-unleash-us-prosperity/">op-ed</a> he published in the <em>New York Post</em> last week in support of the bill. Before Trump tapped him for his current role, <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/11/18/24299573/donald-trump-energy-secretary-chris-wright-oil-gas-nuclear-ai">Wright was CEO of Liberty Energy</a>, a major oil and gas service provider that claims that roughly 10 percent of total US primary energy production comes from wells it fracks. Wright also used to sit on the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/sam-altman-profit-openai-oklo-2025-4">board of a nuclear energy startup with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman</a>. Trump has <a href="https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/05/president-trump-signs-executive-orders-to-usher-in-a-nuclear-renaissance-restore-gold-standard-science/">signed executive orders</a> aimed at speeding the development of new nuclear technologies. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Tech giants, including <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/15/24270645/google-nuclear-energy-deal-small-modular-reactor-kairos">Google</a>, <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/20/24249770/microsoft-three-mile-island-nuclear-power-plant-deal-ai-data-centers">Microsoft</a>, <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/678784/metas-going-to-revive-an-old-nuclear-power-plant">Meta</a>, and <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/16/24271696/amazon-nuclear-energy-advanced-reactors">Amazon</a>, are also banking on nuclear energy to power data centers that are expanding to support the computing needs of AI. The growth of AI, domestic manufacturing, and the electric vehicle industry has led to <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/614356/china-us-electricity-demand-ai-data-center-manufacturing-iea-report">electricity demand jumping</a> for the first time in more than a decade in the US. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">That issue — on top of the health and climate risks posed by fossil fuel pollution — is a big reason why advocates say this is the worst time to kill new renewable energy projects. It could take years or decades to commercialize new nuclear technologies, but wind turbines and solar panels are already mature technologies.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">“At a time when we need new energy more than ever, Republicans are punishing the plentiful wind and solar power that can be quickly added to the grid,” Manish Bapna, president of the nonprofit Natural Resources Defense Council, <a href="https://www.nrdc.org/press-releases/senate-passes-measure-will-hike-electricity-bills-and-hand-public-lands-oil-drillers">said in a press release</a>.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Solar and wind together reached a milestone last year, when they <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/628369/solar-wind-beat-coal-us-ember-report">produced more electricity than coal for the first time</a> in the US. Gas still makes up the biggest chunk of the <a href="https://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.php?id=427&t=3">US electricity mix</a>, however, at around 40 percent of power generation. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">“The intentional effort to undermine the fastest-growing sources of electric power will lead to increased energy bills, decreased grid reliability, and the loss of hundreds of thousands of jobs,” American Clean Power Association CEO Jason Grumet said in a <a href="https://cleanpower.org/news/american-clean-power-statement-senate-final-passage-of-budget-bill/">press release</a>. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The Senate vote on this bill also reignited Trump’s <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/695703/trump-elon-musk-deport-threat-doge-subsidies-spending-bill">feud</a> with Tesla CEO Elon Musk. Elon Musk <a href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1939390933205991585">posted</a> on X over the weekend that “a massive strategic error is being made right now to damage solar/battery that will leave America extremely vulnerable in the future” as he renewed calls to <a href="https://x.com/elonmusk/status/1939806847504105683">create a new political party</a>. </p>
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<name>Sheena Vasani</name>
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<title type="html"><![CDATA[Here are the best Kindle deals right now]]></title>
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<summary type="html"><![CDATA[When it comes to finding a device to read ebooks, you have a few options to choose from. You can always buy a tablet or use your phone, but those devices are multipurpose and can be used for a ton of things, like surfing the web or doom-scrolling on X or Bluesky. If you are […]]]></summary>
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<p>When it comes to finding a device to read ebooks, you have a few options to choose from. You can always buy a tablet or use your phone, but those devices are multipurpose and can be used for a ton of things, like surfing the web or doom-scrolling on X or Bluesky. If you are looking for something to strictly read books, e-readers, while niche, are designed to store all of your books in a virtual library with limited functionality.</p>
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<p>Amazon, one of the pioneers of the e-reader, has dominated the space for years with its ever-expanding Kindle lineup, which consists of several unique models with their own pros and cons. The bulk of the devices function as simple ebook readers; however, with the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/28/24328287/amazon-kindle-scribe-2024-e-reader-notetaking-pen-review">Kindle Scribe</a>, Amazon is moving beyond books and into the realm of writing — something that should make future Kindles function more akin to physical paper.</p>
<p>Below, we’ve listed each model currently available. Sometimes there isn’t a deal for one or even any of the products, but in those cases, we’ve listed the most recent sale price. However, before we dive in, it’s worth noting that <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/685299/amazon-prime-day-2025-dates-when">Amazon’s annual Prime Day sale will kick off on July 8th</a>. Amazon says it will offer a 25 percent discount on select e-readers like the Kindle Scribe and Kindle Kids — as well as the Kindle Essentials bundle — so it may be worth holding out. But if you’d rather not wait, here are the best deals available now.</p>
<img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25840919/257516_best_ebook_reader_SVasani_0004.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="A hand holding the 2024 Kindle." title="A hand holding the 2024 Kindle." data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The entry-level Kindle remains the smallest e-reader Amazon offers, one that’s available in either black or green.</em> | Photo by Sheena Vasani / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photo by Sheena Vasani / The Verge" />
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="jqPttv">The best Kindle (2024) deals</h2>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading" id="ubZzEN">What does it mean when a Kindle is “ad-supported”?</h3>
<p>Amazon Kindle e-readers come in different storage configurations, but there is also an additional option that allows you to buy the e-reader with or without ads. Ad-supported Kindles will display personalized advertisements on the lock screen when it is in sleep mode or at the bottom of the homescreen when the device is connected to Wi-Fi. Typically, you save about $20 by buying the ad-supported version, but if you decide to remove ads later, you can make a one-time payment to cover the difference and remove the ads.</p>
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<p>In case you missed it, Amazon <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/16/24271197/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-e-reader-12th-gen-2024">announced a new entry-level Kindle</a> in October, one that was designed to replace the outgoing <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23409106/amazon-kindle-2022-e-reader-review-test-price-specs-features">2022 model</a>. The latest Kindle — which starts at $109.99 — boasts a brighter 94-nit display, improved contrast levels, and slightly faster page turns. It also comes in a “matcha” green instead of “denim,” just in case you’re not a fan of the default black color. Otherwise, though, it’s nearly identical to its predecessor, with the same six-inch 300ppi screen, support for USB-C, and 16GB of base storage.</p>
<p>In the past, Amazon’s newest ad-supported Kindle has dropped to as low as $84.99 ($25 off) with three months of Kindle Unlimited. Right now, however, you can only buy the base Kindle at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNV9F72P">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-16-gb-2024-black/6599466.p">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-6-e-reader-2024/-/A-93604795?preselect=91563144#lnk=sametab">Target</a> for its full retail price of $109.99. </p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Amazon’s new entry-level Kindle retains a six-inch, 300ppi display and USB-C. It’s both brighter and faster than its predecessor, however, and features longer battery life.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25840916/257516_best_ebook_reader_SVasani_0001.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle/dp/B0CNV9F72P/"> $109.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-16-gb-2024-black/6599466.p"> $109.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-6-e-reader-2024/-/A-93604795?preselect=91563144#lnk=sametab"> $109.99 at <strong>Target</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="Hgsv5D">The best Kindle Kids (2024) deals</h2>
<p>Amazon also updated its kid-friendly Kindle in late 2024. The new Kindle Kids is identical to the standard model but comes with several accessories and provides age-appropriate content for younger readers who prefer digital books. Like the last-gen Kindle Kids, the latest model retails for $20 more than the base model, bringing the MSRP to $129.99.</p>
<p>In terms of add-ons, the newest Kindle Kids edition consists of four items: the device, a protective case, a two-year extended replacement guarantee (in the event the device breaks), and six months of Amazon Kids Plus. The last feature is the biggest selling point of the device aside from the kid-friendly patterns and lack of ads, as it allows parents to grant their child access to games, videos, and books — including those in the <em>Percy Jackson</em> and <em>Harry Potter</em> series — at no additional cost.</p>
<p>In the past, we’ve seen the latest Kindle Kids sell for as low as $94.99 ($35 off). Right now, however, you can only pick it up at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNVBQK38/">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-kids-16-gb-2024-ocean-explorer/6599468.p?skuId=6599468">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-kids-6-e-reader-2024/-/A-94165654?preselect=91563149#lnk=sametab">Target</a> at its full price of $129.99.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Kids (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Amazon’s Kindle Kids is identical to the standard Kindle — meaning it packs a 300ppi display and support for USB-C charging — but comes with a case, an extended two-year warranty, and six months of Amazon Kids Plus.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/01/Kindle_Kids.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A person holding the kid-friendly Kindle in their lap." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Kids/dp/B0CNVBQK38/"> $129.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-kids-16-gb-2024-ocean-explorer/6599468.p"> $129.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-kids-6-e-reader-2024/-/A-94165654?preselect=91563149#lnk=sametab"> $129.99 at <strong>Target</strong></a></li></ul></div><img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25821061/247464_Kindle_Paperwhite_ALiszewski_0002.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="" title="" data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition is identical to the standard model but features wireless charging and a sensor to automatically adjust the backlight.</em>" data-portal-copyright="" />
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="t6m9om">The best Kindle Paperwhite (2024) deals</h2>
<p>The latest Kindle Paperwhite, which launched last year, is Amazon’s <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24326185/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-signature-edition-2024-e-reader-review">12th-gen model</a>. Considering it’s one of the company’s higher-end configurations, it offers all the features found in the entry-level Kindle, including USB-C charging and a crisp 300ppi display. It’s noticeably faster than Amazon’s base ebook reader and features IPX8 waterproofing, a larger seven-inch display, and longer battery life.</p>
<p>In the past, we’ve seen the standard Paperwhite drop to as low as $129.99. Unfortunately, the standalone model is currently only available at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFPJYX7P/">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-16-gb-2024-black/6602737.p">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-2024/-/A-94165655?preselect=91563138#lnk=sametab">Target</a> starting at $159.99 (its full retail price). If you’re okay with purchasing a bundle, though, you can grab it at Amazon with a power adapter and either a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB6B9829">green</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB6BCTTN">pink</a>, or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB6BCWGV">black</a> fabric cover for $196.97 ($20 off); it’s also available at Amazon with a plant-based leather cover in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB6CG5Y1">green</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB68MQ1B">pink</a>, or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB69CZGL">black</a> for $202.97 (also $20 off).</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="oeyEIE"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/24326185/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-signature-edition-2024-e-reader-review">Read our Kindle Paperwhite (2024) review</a>.</h5>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Paperwhite (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Amazon’s latest Paperwhite features a larger seven-inch display and noticeably faster performance. It also boasts longer battery life than the previous model, retains IPX8 waterproofing, and includes a USB-C port. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/24326185/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-signature-edition-2024-e-reader-review">Read our review</a>.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25679990/247326_Amazon_Kindle_2024_AKrales_0007.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The 2024 Kindle Paperwhite." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFPJYX7P"> $159.99 at <strong>Amazon (ad-supported)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-16-gb-2024-black/6602737.p"> $159.99 at <strong>Best Buy (ad-supported)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-2024/-/A-94165655"> $159.99 at <strong>Target (ad-supported)</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>2024 Kindle Paperwhite Essentials Bundle (with ads)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The seven-inch Kindle Paperwhite features a larger display and faster performance than Amazon’s entry-level ebook reader. You can also buy it in a bundle with a cover and a USB-C charger. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/2024-Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-Bundle-Press-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB6BCWGV"> <strike>$216.97</strike> $196.97 at <strong>Amazon (fabric cover)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Paperwhite-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DB69CZGL"> <strike>$222.97</strike> $202.97 at <strong>Amazon (leather cover)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Like other Kindles, the new Paperwhite is available in a few different configurations — including an <a href="https://www.amazon.com/All-new-Amazon-Kindle-Paperwhite-Signature/dp/B0C8RR4WN3/">ad-free Signature Edition</a> that’s identical to the standard model but comes with 32GB of storage, Qi wireless charging, and a backlight that will automatically adjust when needed. It’s only available at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFYX1N9N">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-signature-edition-32-gb-2024-metallic-black/6602814.p">Best Buy</a> right now for its typical retail price of $199.99, though you can pick it up at Amazon with a wireless charging dock and a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DC85J75V/">black</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including/dp/B0DC7SZ4T9">green</a>, or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including/dp/B0DC7VDCYZ">pink</a> fabric cover starting at $251.97 ($25 off). It’s also available at Amazon with a plant-based leather cover in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DC7YFRTK/">black</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DC7CZ76X">green</a>, or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DC7VNWD7">pink</a> for $257.97 ($25 off).</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The premium Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition offers the same design and performance as the standard model but with more storage and support for wireless charging.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/02/amazon_kindle_paperwhite1B.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTMQTQNN"> $199.99 at <strong>Amazon </strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-signature-edition-32-gb-2024-metallic-black/6602814.p"> $199.99 at <strong>Best Buy </strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Essentials Bundle</h3>
<div class="product-description">Amazon’s step-up Kindle Paperwhite bundle includes a Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, a wireless charging dock, and your choice of either a fabric or plant-based cover.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/03/2024-Kindle-Paperwhite-Signature-Edition-Essentials-Bundle-Lifestyle-Image.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DC85J75V/"> <strike>$276.97</strike> $251.97 at <strong>Amazon (fabric cover)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Paperwhite-Signature-Essentials-including-All-new/dp/B0DC7YFRTK/"> <strike>$282.97</strike> $257.97 at <strong>Amazon (leather cover)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<h2 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="the-best-kindle-paperwhite-kids-2024-deals">The best Kindle Paperwhite Kids (2024) deals</h2>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Amazon also rolled out a Kindle Paperwhite Kids for $179.99 in 2024. It’s identical to the standard Kindle Paperwhite, with the same waterproof design and sharp, seven-inch display. However, like the Kindle Kids, the e-reader is free of ads and offers optional parental controls. It also comes bundled with a kid-friendly cover, a two-year extended replacement guarantee, and six months of Amazon Kids Plus.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The latest Kindle Paperwhite Kids recently dropped to as low as $139.99 ($40 off) in advance of Prime Day, but right now, you can only purchase for its full retail price of $179.99 at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DFYT3N4C">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-kids-16-gb-2024-starfish/6602813.p?skuId=6602813"></a><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-kids-16-gb-2024-starfish/6602813.p?skuId=6602813">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-kids-2024/-/A-94165732">Target</a>.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Paperwhite Kids (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">Amazon’s kid-friendly Paperwhite is the same as the standard Paperwhite, but it’s ad-free and comes with the added benefits of a two-year hardware protection plan, six months of Amazon Kids Plus, and a choice of three kid-friendly covers. </div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="201" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/24813635/kindlepaperwhitekids.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Someone outside sitting in grass and reading on a Kindle Paperwhite Kids device" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/All-new-Amazon-Kindle-Paperwhite-Kids/dp/B0CFPNV5KM/"> $179.99 at <strong>Amazon</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-kids-16-gb-2024-cyber-city/6602808.p"> $179.99 at <strong>Best Buy</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-paperwhite-kids-2024/-/A-94165732"> $179.99 at <strong>Target</strong></a></li></ul></div><img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25799156/247455_Kindle_Scribe_SVasani_0008.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="The Kindle Scribe sitting on a bookshelf, with its display featuring my handwritten notes." title="The Kindle Scribe sitting on a bookshelf, with its display featuring my handwritten notes." data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>You can write in the Kindle Scribe and use its AI features to clean up the handwriting or summarize your notes.</em>" data-portal-copyright="" />
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="sxYeI7">The best Kindle Scribe (2024) deals</h2>
<p>Like its predecessor, the second-gen Kindle Scribe is Amazon’s biggest e-reader. It packs a 10.2-inch display with 300ppi resolution, along with the same great battery life for which Kindles are known. What separates the Scribe from other Kindles, however, is that it comes with a stylus, which can be used to jot down notes or doodle in the ebook reader’s built-in notebook. With the latest Scribe, Amazon also introduced a new Active Canvas feature, so you can scribble notes directly on ebook pages, as well as a suite of AI-powered features that can summarize your notes and refine your handwriting.</p>
<p>Previously, we’ve seen the entry-level Kindle Scribe go for as low as $299.99 ($100 off). However, currently, you can only pick up the base model for its full retail price of $399.99 at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ9VFQ2P">Amazon</a>, <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/amazon-kindle-scribe-16gb-2024-tungsten/6603848.p?skuId=6603848">Best Buy</a>, and <a href="https://www.target.com/p/amazon-kindle-scribe-with-premium-pen-16-gb-2024-release-tungsten/-/A-94225646">Target</a>.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">If you’re keen on a deal, you can pick up the base Scribe as a part of a bundle with a 9W power adapter, a Premium Pen, and either a plant-based leather cover starting at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe-Essentials-including/dp/B0DB2SP9VV?th=1">$444.97 ($55 off) </a>or a “premium” leather cover starting at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe-Essentials-including/dp/B0DB2RY4S5/">$459.97 ($60 off)</a>. Alternatively, the 64GB version is available with the same accessories and a premium leather cover for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe-Essentials-including/dp/B0DB2TKGM4/">$504.97 ($65 off)</a>.</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-none" id="read-our-kindle-scribe-2024-review"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/28/24328287/amazon-kindle-scribe-2024-e-reader-notetaking-pen-review">Read our Kindle Scribe (2024) review</a>.</h5>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Scribe (2024)</h3>
<div class="product-description">The latest Kindle Scribe is a 10.2-inch e-reader with a stylus for taking notes. It’s faster than its predecessor and offers a host of new features, including one that lets you jot notes directly in your book. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/28/24328287/amazon-kindle-scribe-2024-e-reader-notetaking-pen-review">Read our review.</a></div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="207" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25803641/247455_Kindle_Scribe_SVasani_0001.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The Kindle Scribe in front of a bunch of books sitting on a shelf." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ9VFQ2P"> $399.99 at <strong>Amazon (16GB)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe/dp/B0CZ9TDDN6"> $419.99 at <strong>Amazon (32GB)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe/dp/B0CZ9T2C6B"> $449.99 at <strong>Amazon (64GB)</strong></a></li></ul></div><div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle</h3>
<div class="product-description">Amazon’s base Kindle Scribe Essentials Bundle comes with a 16GB Kindle Scribe, a Premium Pen, a power adapter, and a cover in the color of your choice.<br></div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="169" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25680667/Active_Canvas.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A person on a couch reading on a Kindle Scribe." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe-Essentials-including/dp/B0DB2SP9VV"> <strike>$489.97</strike> $444.97 at <strong>Amazon (with plant-based leather cover)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Scribe-Essentials-including/dp/B0DB2RY4S5"> <strike>$519.97</strike> $459.97 at <strong>Amazon (with premium leather cover)</strong></a></li></ul></div><img src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25749700/amazon_kindle_colorsoft_18.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0,10.732984293194,100,78.534031413613" alt="The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft e-reader sitting on top of a comic book." title="The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft e-reader sitting on top of a comic book." data-has-syndication-rights="1" data-caption="<em>The Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition is Amazon’s only color e-reader.</em> | Photos by Andrew Liszewski / The Verge" data-portal-copyright="Photos by Andrew Liszewski / The Verge" />
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="5foJ1j">The best Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition deals</h2>
<p>In October, Amazon announced its first color e-reader, the Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition. Like the Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition, it boasts a seven-inch display with a crisp 300ppi resolution, IPX8 water resistance, wireless charging, and 32GB of storage. However, unlike the Paperwhite, the e-reader offers a color mode, which cuts the resolution in half. Thankfully, it’s still vibrant for a color E-Ink screen despite the lower resolution, rendering it particularly ideal for reading comic books and manga.</p>
<p>In the past, we’ve seen the Kindle Colorsoft drop to as low as $224.99 ($55 off), but right now there are no discounts available on the standalone e-reader. That said, you can save some money at Amazon if you buy it as a part of a bundle for $327.97 ($53 off), which nets you a wireless charging dock and plant-based leather cover in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Essentials-Plant-Based-Cover-Black/dp/B0DC7SKB68">black</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Essentials-Plant-Based-Cover-Raspberry/dp/B0DC7PL6JR">pink</a>, or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Essentials-Plant-Based-Cover-Jade/dp/B0DC7VM6T7">green</a>. You can also buy it with a premium leather cover in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Colorsoft-Essentials-Cover-Ruby/dp/B0DC7M4B3P">red</a> or <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Colorsoft-Essentials-Cover-Walnut/dp/B0DC7Q7PH8">black</a> for $349.97 ($35 off).</p>
<h5 class="wp-block-heading" id="REXl1D"><a href="https://www.theverge.com/24303322/amazon-kindle-colorsoft-e-reader-review">Read our Kindle Colorsoft review</a>.</h5>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition Essentials Bundle</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition is Amazon’s first color e-reader. It comes with wireless charging, IPX8 water resistance, and 32GB of storage. It retails for $279.99 by itself, but Amazon also sells it as part of a bundle that contains a wireless charging dock and one of two covers.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="200" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25788807/amazon_kindle_colorsoft_16.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft on a stack of books." /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Essentials-Plant-Based-Cover-Black/dp/B0DC7SKB68"> <strike>$362.97</strike> $327.97 at <strong>Amazon (with plant-based cover)</strong></a></li><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Introducing-Amazon-Colorsoft-Essentials-Cover-Walnut/dp/B0DC7Q7PH8"> <strike>$384.97</strike> $349.97 at <strong>Amazon (with premium leather cover)</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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<entry>
<author>
<name>Jay Peters</name>
</author>
<title type="html"><![CDATA[Grammarly wants to become an ‘AI productivity platform’]]></title>
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<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=696056</id>
<updated>2025-07-01T15:48:31-04:00</updated>
<published>2025-07-01T14:55:00-04:00</published>
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<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Grammarly plans to acquire the buzzy email app Superhuman, according to a press release.  Email is already the “number-one use case” of Grammarly for professional users, the company says, with “the AI assistant helping to revise over 50 million emails per week across more than 20 email providers.” Buying Superhuman makes some sense, then: it […]]]></summary>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Grammarly plans to acquire the buzzy email app Superhuman, <a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250630889937/en/Grammarly-to-Acquire-Superhuman-to-Accelerate-Its-AI-Productivity-Platform">according to a press release</a>. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Email is already the “number-one use case” of Grammarly for professional users, the company says, with “the AI assistant helping to revise over 50 million emails per week across more than 20 email providers.” Buying Superhuman makes some sense, then: it gives Grammarly its own email app to showcase its product.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">But based on the press release, Grammarly has broader ambitions — which, like many other tech companies, involve AI. Specifically, AI agents.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">“Grammarly is evolving into a productivity platform for apps and agents, moving toward a multi-product company with hundreds of intelligent, task-specific agents,” the company says. “Email represents the ideal environment for this multi-agent assistance, with professionals spending more than three hours daily in their inboxes and email remaining foundational to any productivity suite.”</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The company says this is a “future platform” that will “enable scenarios where users can work with multiple agents simultaneously,” such as a communication agent, sales agent, support agent, and marketing agent all helping you write a customer memo. But the real test will be if those plans actually pan out — and if Grammarly can compete with tools from AI giants like OpenAI and Google, which also have <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/23/24350395/openai-chatgpt-operator-agent-control-computer">agentic</a> <a href="https://www.theverge.com/news/670848/google-agent-mode-gemini-app-project-mariner-i-o-2025">ambitions</a>. </p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Grammarly acquired the productivity startup Coda <a href="https://www.grammarly.com/blog/company/grammarly-acquires-coda/">late last year</a>, with Coda co-founder and CEO Shishir Mehrotra taking over the combined company <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/12/20/24326135/ai-talent-wars-databricks-interview">as CEO</a>. </p>
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</entry>
<entry>
<author>
<name>Brandon Russell</name>
</author>
<title type="html"><![CDATA[Sonos is offering a refurbished Era 100 for just $119]]></title>
<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/696045/sonos-era-100-refurbished-google-pixel-fold-deal-sale" />
<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=696045</id>
<updated>2025-07-01T14:50:05-04:00</updated>
<published>2025-07-01T14:50:05-04:00</published>
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<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Earlier this year, Sonos permanently dropped the price of its Era 100 speaker to $199, making it more affordable for people looking to build a multiroom wireless speaker setup. Now, the small-but-mighty speaker is even cheaper to kick off summer. Sonos is offering the refurbished Era 100 for just $119 ($40 off), the lowest price […]]]></summary>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Earlier this year, Sonos permanently dropped the price of its <strong>Era 100</strong> speaker to $199, making it more affordable for people looking to build a multiroom wireless speaker setup. Now, the small-but-mighty speaker is even cheaper to kick off summer. <a href="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/era-100-b-stock">Sonos</a> is offering the refurbished Era 100 for just $119 ($40 off), the lowest price we’ve seen on the smart speaker. Sonos Certified Refurbished products are thoroughly inspected, cleaned, and tested by the brand’s in-house team, and you get the same one-year warranty as new Sonos products.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Sonos Era 100</h3>
<div class="product-description">The Era 100 is Sonos’ most affordable in-home smart speaker. Offering pleasant sound at a relatively compact size, it improves upon the prior Sonos One with stereo audio, line-in support, and Bluetooth support.</div>
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<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/era-100"> <strike>$199</strike> $179 at <strong>Sonos</strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The Sonos Era 100 is the brand’s mainstream home speaker, offering stereo sound, line-in and Bluetooth audio support, and more intuitive physical controls. For instance, there are dedicated track controls — no need for swipe gestures — and a separate indented bar for volume. The speaker features two tweeters, enabling proper left and right channel reproduction. Additionally, the Era 100 comes with a larger midwoofer compared to its predecessor, <strong>Sonos One</strong>, for more booming bass.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">In his <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23656561/sonos-era-100-speaker-review-features">review</a> of the Sonos Era 100, former senior reviewer at <em>The Verge</em>, Chris Welch, said the smart speaker provides rich sound that’s consistently strong across genres, making it a great option for first-time buyers or those looking to add to their Sonos system. The Era 100 supports Sonos’ Trueplay feature, allowing you to fine-tune the speaker’s sound based on the room it’s in. Additionally, you can pair a second Era 100 for wider, more immersive sound.</p>
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<li>The refurbished <strong>Sonos Move 2</strong> is also being discounted, dropping the price to $269 ($90 off) at <a href="https://www.sonos.com/en-us/shop/move-2-b-stock">Sonos</a>. The portable speaker features stereo sound, excellent battery life, and line-in playback, making it a solid upgrade over the first Move. While you can take the speaker anywhere, it stands at 9.53 inches tall and weighs 6.61 pounds, so it’s more suited to moving around different spots inside and outside your home. <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23877274/sonos-move-2-review">Read our review</a>.</li>
<li>The <strong>Elgato Stream Deck Neo</strong> is down to $79.99 ($20 off) at <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Stream-Deck-Neo-Customizable/dp/B0CVY4566H">Amazon</a> and <a href="https://www.bestbuy.com/site/elgato-stream-deck-neo-white/6584189.p?skuId=6584189">Best Buy</a>, nearly matching its previous all-time low price. The Neo allows you to customize and automate tasks with eight shortcut keys, so you can make repetitive daily tasks easier to execute. It works with both Windows and Mac, and offers integration with several popular services, including Photoshop and Spotify.</li>
<li>The original <strong>Google Pixel Fold</strong> with 256GB of storage is down to $579 at <a href="https://electronics.woot.com/offers/new-google-pixel-fold-5g-smartphone">Woot</a>, letting you save big on a decent starter foldable device. While the Pixel Fold is a few years old by now, it launched for a whopping $1,800, so the price has come down significantly over the years. That said, since the device launched, it has been replaced by the far more capable <strong>Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold</strong>, a sequel that’s currently our <a href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/635839/best-foldable-phone">favorite book-style foldable</a>.</li>
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<entry>
<author>
<name>Sheena Vasani</name>
</author>
<title type="html"><![CDATA[The MLS Season Pass is 50 percent off ahead of the All-Star game and Leagues Cup ]]></title>
<link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.theverge.com/tech/696026/mls-season-pass-apple-tv-plus-all-star-game-league-cup-deal-sale" />
<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=696026</id>
<updated>2025-07-01T15:03:15-04:00</updated>
<published>2025-07-01T14:36:43-04:00</published>
<category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Apple" /><category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Deals" /><category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Streaming" /><category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Tech" />
<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Major League Soccer (MLS) is now nearly halfway through its 2025 season, and Apple is giving fans a great reason to tune in. For a limited time, the MLS Season Pass is available for just $49, offering new and returning subscribers access to every remaining match at half the regular price. If you’re an Apple […]]]></summary>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Major League Soccer (MLS) is now nearly halfway through its 2025 season, and Apple is giving fans a great reason to tune in. For a limited time, the MLS Season Pass <a href="https://tv.apple.com/us/channel/mls-season-pass/tvs.sbd.7000?itscg=30200&itsct=tv_box_link&at=1001l7uV">is available for just $49</a>, offering new and returning subscribers access to every remaining match at half the regular price. If you’re an Apple TV Plus subscriber, the deal gets even better: you can grab the pass for just $39 with an additional $10 discount.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The seasonal pass gives you access to every Major League Soccer (MLS) game in 1080p, including the annual Leagues Cup tournament, the MLS All-Star Game, the playoffs this fall, and Sunday Night Soccer. Best of all, there are no regional blackouts, so you can stream any match wherever you are.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">In addition to live matches, the pass includes MLS 360, Apple’s “whip-around” show featuring real-time highlights, post-game analysis, player interviews, replays, and more. Subscribers can also share access with up to five family members, and stream the Apple TV app on a wide range of devices – from smart TVs and streaming boxes to both Apple and Android devices.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">Just keep in mind: the subscription will auto-renew once the promotional period ends. If you don’t want to be charged the regular rate — $14.99 per month or $99 for the full season (or $12.99 per month or $79 for Apple TV Plus subscribers) — be sure to cancel before the renewal date.</p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>MLS Season Pass</h3>
<div class="product-description">The MLS Season Pass grants access to live MLS games as well as the annual Leagues Cup tournament, the MLS All-Star Game, the playoffs and more. Right now, the 2025 season pass is half off at $49, and Apple TV Plus subscribers can save an extra $10.</div>
<figure class="product-image"><img loading="lazy" width="300" height="169" src="https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2025/07/Apple-TV-MLS-Season-hero_big.jpg.large_2x.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="" /></figure>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://tv.apple.com/us/channel/mls-season-pass/tvs.sbd.7000?itscg=30200&itsct=tv_box_link&at=1001l7uV"> <strike>$99</strike> $49 at <strong>Apple</strong></a></li></ul></div>
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</entry>
<entry>
<author>
<name>Emma Roth</name>
</author>
<title type="html"><![CDATA[Laptop Mag is shutting down]]></title>
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<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=695969</id>
<updated>2025-07-01T15:59:46-04:00</updated>
<published>2025-07-01T13:42:19-04:00</published>
<category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Gadgets" /><category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Laptops" /><category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="News" /><category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Tech" /><category scheme="https://www.theverge.com" term="Web" />
<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Laptop Mag is shutting down after nearly 35 years of providing consumers with in-depth information about laptops and other technology. In a staff meeting seen by The Verge, Faisal Alani, the global brand director at Laptop Mag owner Future PLC, said, “After careful consideration and a review of our long-term strategy, we’ve made the decision […]]]></summary>
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<p class="has-text-align-none"><em>Laptop Mag</em> is shutting down after nearly 35 years of providing consumers with in-depth information about laptops and other technology. In a staff meeting seen by <em>The Verge</em>, Faisal Alani, the global brand director at <em>Laptop Mag</em> owner Future PLC, said, “After careful consideration and a review of our long-term strategy, we’ve made the decision to close the <em>Laptop Mag</em> business effective today.”</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none"><em>Laptop Mag</em> has evolved many times over the years. It started as a print publication in 1991, when Bedford Communications launched the <em>Laptop Buyers Guide and Handbook</em>. <em>Laptop Mag</em> was later acquired by TechMedia Network (which is now called Purch) in 2011 and transitioned to digital-only content in 2013. Future PLC, the publisher that owns brands like <em>PC Gamer</em>, <em>Tom’s Guide</em>, and <em>TechRadar</em>, acquired Purch — and<em> Laptop Mag</em> along with it.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">“We are incredibly grateful for your dedication, talent, and contributions to <em>Laptop Mag</em>, and we are committed to supporting you throughout this transition,” Alani said. <em>Laptop Mag</em>’s shutdown follows the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/30/24232171/anandtech-tech-journalism-hardware">closure of long-running tech site <em>AnandTech</em></a>, which was also owned by Future PLC. It’s not clear whether <em>Laptop Mag</em>’s archives will be available following the shutdown. Future PLC declined to comment.</p>
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<entry>
<author>
<name>Andru Marino</name>
</author>
<title type="html"><![CDATA[Nothing Headphone 1 review: head-turning]]></title>
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<id>https://www.theverge.com/?p=695609</id>
<updated>2025-07-01T15:47:31-04:00</updated>
<published>2025-07-01T13:30:00-04:00</published>
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<summary type="html"><![CDATA[Nothing's first pair of over-the-ear headphones has arrived, bearing the company's signature retro-transparent design that it introduced with the Phone 1. But until now, that design has mostly been in your pocket or peeking out of your ears. With the $299 Nothing Headphone 1, you have to commit to having that aesthetic wrapped around your […]]]></summary>
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<p class="has-text-align-none">Nothing's first pair of over-the-ear headphones has arrived, bearing the company's signature retro-transparent design that it introduced with the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23219421/nothing-phone-1-review-glyph-notifications-specs-screen-battery-camera-price">Phone 1</a>. But until now, that design has mostly been in your pocket or <a href="https://www.theverge.com/23649968/nothing-ear-2-review-wireless-earbuds">peeking out of your ears</a>. With the $299 Nothing Headphone 1, you have to commit to having that aesthetic wrapped around your head or hanging from your neck.</p>
<p class="has-text-align-none">I spent about a week with the Headphone 1 to see how it fits among the competition - and with your outfit. </p>
<div class="product-block"><h3>Nothing Headphone 1</h3>
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<div class="product-scores"><h4>Score: 6</h4><table class="product-pros-cons"><thead><tr><th>Pros</th><th>Cons</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><ul><li>Good sound</li><li>Cheaper than other flagships</li><li>Unique design</li></ul></td><td><ul><li>Does not handle calls well in noisy environments</li><li>Design isn't for everybody </li><li>Analog jack does not work without battery </li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></div>
<h3>Where to Buy:</h3><ul><li><a href="https://us.nothing.tech/products/headphone-1?Colour=White"> $299 at <strong>Nothing </strong></a></li></ul></div>
<p class="has-text-align-none">The Nothing Headphone 1 resembles a cross between Apple's AirPods Max and 1980s FM radio headphones. I dig the design, but wearing it on my head feels silly. The housing feels cheaper than the aluminum casing of the <a href="https://www.theverge.com/22177494/apple-airpods-max-headphones-review-price-features">$549 AirPods Max</a> and also less… grown up. I'm almost embarrassed to wear it on the street and worried that I'll look like I'm cosplaying as a cyborg. The ear pads look like that of generic headphones, with rubbery and plastic unremovable pads and a memory foam cen …</p>
<p><a href="https://www.theverge.com/headphone-review/695609/nothing-headphone-1-review">Read the full story at The Verge.</a></p>
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