Best deals today: Apple’s 2020 MacBook Air, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, and more - Pocketnow

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MacBook Air

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Today’s best deals once again feature one of the best Macs in the market, as the 2020 model of Apple’s MacBook Air is currently on sale. You can now pick up one of these great laptops for just $900 after receiving a $100 discount representing 10 percent savings for anyone interested. This will get you a new thin and light laptop with a 13.3-inch Retina Display that will deliver amazing image quality with a whole new level of realism, sharp and clear text, colors, and more. Also, you get the power of Apple’s M1 chip, which makes this an amazing tool for creators who don’t want to pay extra for GPUs with fancy names that take way longer to render videos and other content.

Further, you get 8GB RAM and 256GB storage space, but you can also opt for the 512GB storage model that is now available for $1,150 after the latest 8 percent discount, which translates to $99 savings. And if you want more storage space, I recommend you check out the Seagate One Touch SSD 1TB External SSD Portable that sells for $128 after a 25 percent discount that will help you get $42 savings. Or you can opt for the 16-inch MacBook Pro that comes with 1TB storage space, 16GB RAM, an Intel Core i9 processor, and other great features for $1,436 after a massive 48 percent discount. Just bear in mind that this is a renewed option, which also explains the crazy discount.

MacBook Air

Apple’s 2020 MacBook Air is still one of Cupertino’s best laptops. It features an M1 chip, a 13.3-inch Retina Display, all-day battery life, and other great features.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3

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Moving on to the smartphone segment, we find the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 receiving a compelling 26 percent discount representing $500 savings for anyone interested in picking up Samsung’s best foldable phone. This will get you a new and unlocked model with a Galaxy Z Fold 3 Phone S Pen Case with the necessary slot to place your stylus.

Further, you will get a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor, 12GB RAM, a large and flexible 120Hz AMOLED display, and other great features for $1,380.

Of course, you can also consider a more affordable option that comes as the TCL 20 SE, which is now available for $162 after receiving a $58 discount that represents 27 percent savings. This model comes with 4GB RAM, 128GB storage space, a massive 5,000mAh battery, and more.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is one of the best and coolest foldable phones on the market. It features a large 7.6-inch Infinity Flex display, stunning specs, stylus support, and other great features.

Apple Watch Series 7

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The Apple Watch Series 7 is also on sale, with savings that will help you keep $70 in your pocket. The smaller 41mm model is available in several color options for $329 on its Wi-Fi-only variants. However, you can also go for the other models with LTE support, which are now selling for $429.

The larger 45mm models start at $359 in five different color variants to choose from, including Blue, Red, Green, Black, and what Apple likes to call Starlight. And you can also receive LTE support on these models if you choose to pay $430 after scoring the same $70 savings.

The Apple Watch Series 7 features fitness tracking sensors, blood oxygen, and ECG apps to help you keep track of your activities and overall health conditions, an Always-On Retina Display, water resistance, and more. And if you want a more affordable model, you can also opt for the Apple Watch SE, which now sells for just $249 after the latest $30 savings on the smaller 40mm model with Wi-Fi-only support.

Apple Watch Series 7

The Apple Watch Series 7 features a brand new display with slimmer bezels than the last generation. The Watch also features new sensors and is powered by the powerful Apple chipset.

Beats Studio Buds

We have also spotted some great savings on the Beats Studio Buds, receiving an impressive 23 percent discount on its Moon Gray color option. This means that you can pick up a pair of these true wireless noise-canceling earbuds for just $115 and keep $35 in your pocket. However, this deal will be gone at midnight, so you may want to hurry, as every other color option is still listed for $150.

The Beats Studio Buds are compatible with Apple and Android devices. In addition, they feature an IPX4 rating, which makes them resistant to sweat or a couple of raindrops. Just don’t take them for a swim. They also feature Class 1 Bluetooth to avoid getting disconnected. Also, the Beats Studio Buds’ custom acoustic platform delivers powerful and balanced sound, transparency mode, up to 8 hours of non-stop listening time, and up to 24 hours of battery life with their pocket-sized charging case.

If you miss out on the Beats Studio Buds, you can also consider going for the Galaxy Buds Pro, which are now available for $120 after a massive 40 percent discount that will translate to $80 savings. The Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro will also deliver active noise cancelation and long battery life.

Beats Studio Buds

The Beats Studio Buds feature amazing class 1 Bluetooth for extended range and fewer dropouts, active noise canceling, up to 24 hours of battery life with their charging case, and more.

Hisense ULED Premium

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Finally, we have the Hisense ULED Premium U8G QLED Series Android 4K Smart TV with Alexa that is currently receiving a 13 percent discount on its 65-inch model, which means that you can take one home for $848. This will get you a new 4K smart TV with Hisense’s exclusive ULED technology that will boost color, contrast, brightness, motion, and more to make your viewing experience a real pleasure. Further, its Quantum Dot tech will deliver purer, richer, more brilliant, and more accurate colors than a regular LED TV. You also get Ultra Motion and 120Hz refresh rates, Dolby Vision HDR picture, and Dolby Atmos sound for the best cinematic experience.

Hisense ULED Premium

The Hisense ULED Premium U8G QLED Series Android 4K Smart TV is the perfect option for those looking for an outstanding TV with amazing image and sound quality that won’t break the bank.

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Gurman: MacBook Air Not Expected to Come in a Range of iMac-Like Colors - MacRumors

The upcoming 2022 MacBook Air is not expected to come in a range of colors similar to the 24-inch iMac, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In a tweet, Gurman says that the MacBook Air is likely to come in the standard space gray, silver, and gold colors, similar to prior models.

Reports of multiple color options are likely "exaggerated," according to Gurman, who says he is not expecting much more than the typical ‌MacBook Air‌ colors, but the gold color could be more of a champagne. He also says that it will be available in his "favorite ‌iMac‌ color," a shade of blue.

The much-reported idea of the new MacBook Air coming in a range of “several colors” is probably exaggerated. Right now it comes in space gray, silver and gold. I wouldn’t expect more than those colors (though the new gold will be more champagne like) plus my favorite iMac color. pic.twitter.com/vYl56FOikg — Mark Gurman (@markgurman) June 3, 2022

Rumors have indicated that the ‌MacBook Air‌ will feature off-white bezels and an off-white keyboard, drawing similarities to the 24-inch ‌iMac‌ and fueling expectations of a wider range of colors. Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo in March said the next ‌MacBook Air‌ would feature "more color options" but he did not provide specific details, and there have been no concrete rumors on color options.

The upcoming ‌MacBook Air‌ is expected to feature a redesigned chassis that's similar to the MacBook Pro, doing away with the tapered design. It is not yet clear if it will have a notch, but it seems to be a possibility.

Some rumors have suggested the ‌MacBook Air‌ will have a next-generation M2 chip, but Apple analyst ‌Ming-Chi Kuo‌ believes that it will continue to use an M1 chip, with Apple instead offering the new design as the main selling point.

The ‌MacBook Air‌ could be unveiled as soon as next Monday, as Gurman has said that Apple might introduce it at the Worldwide Developers Conference. For more on what to expect from the WWDC keynote, we have a dedicated guide that outlines all of the rumors we've heard so far.

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Samsung's forthcoming Galaxy Watch 5 Pro "confirmed" in beta app - The Verge

Well, well, well. There were rumors that Samsung would ditch the Classic model for the Galaxy Watch 5, and according to the beta version of the Samsung Health app, it appears to be true. The app shows listings for the Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro — but no Classic.

The gaffe was initially spotted by 9to5 Google, but The Verge was also able to independently confirm it. From the preview image, it appears the Pro will be closer in design to the Galaxy Watch 5. In essence, sleeker and sportier without the mechanical watch vibe. And crucially, it appears that Samsung could be axing the concept of a physical rotating bezel entirely. That, in my humble opinion, is a stupid idea. What’s worse is that the beta software appears to exacerbate the Galaxy Watch 4’s battery drain. (Though, to be fair, beta software is not the same as a public release, and these issues can potentially be fixed before the final version.)

Just because you don’t see a physical bezel, that doesn’t mean Samsung won’t keep the capacitive bezel it uses on the Galaxy Watch 4 and the Tizen-powered Galaxy Watch Active 2. It’s simply impossible to tell visually from pictures alone. In my testing, the capacitive bezel wasn’t as satisfying to use as the physical bezel. It’s also more finicky. But at least it would keep Samsung’s longtime signature smartwatch feature alive, especially since it’s a major feature that sets its watches apart from the herd.

This Pro rebranding signals that the Galaxy Watch lineup is about to undergo another significant change in the Wear OS 3 era. Rumors surrounding the Pro claim it’ll have a massive 572mAh battery that might help mitigate the Galaxy Watch 4’s poor battery life.

The “Pro” trend isn’t new either. Wearable makers love to offer a more expensive Pro model made from premium materials that features better battery life — even if that’s about the only difference. Huawei recently did this with its Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro. Polar did it with its Grit X series, and Garmin did it with the Fenix 6 series. Amazfit and Mobvoi have also done it with their smartwatches.

Also, Samsung is not afraid to confuse everyone with frequent rebranding. The Galaxy Watch was succeeded by the Galaxy Watch 3, which then turned into the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic. The Galaxy Watch Active was succeeded a mere six months later by the Galaxy Watch Active 2. The design was then rebranded last year into the Galaxy Watch 4. There’s no cohesive logic to it, so this actually might clear things up a bit in the long run.

Plus, Samsung has traditionally made the “best” smartwatches for Android phones, and Google is now coming to eat its lunch with the forthcoming Pixel Watch. It needs whatever edge it can maintain, and improving battery life might just be enough to do that. Perhaps the physical rotating bezel was something reviewers loved more than consumers. Basically, it makes sense that Samsung is opting to go the Pro route — but we won’t know for sure until it releases the Galaxy Watch 5 models. That’s usually sometime in August. Until then, I’ll hold off on pouring one out for the Classic.

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Apple's big annual conference kicks off next week: Here's what to expect - CNBC

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1. Apple's big annual conference kicks off next week: Here's what to expect  CNBC
2. What to expect at WWDC 2022  Engadget
3. How to Watch WWDC 2022: Livestream Apple's Keynote  CNET
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Deals: Samsung Galaxy S21 5G refurb hits $459, Fitbit Luxe Fitness Tracker $90, more - 9to5Google

All of today’s best deals are now headlined by a one-day Samsung Galaxy S21 5G refurbished discount to $459. That’s alongside a new Fitbit Luxe Fitness Tracker all-time low of $90 and the first discounts on Logitech’s new MX Mechanical keyboards. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break.

Samsung Galaxy S21 5G sees $341 refurb discount to $459

Woot is kicking off its latest certified refurbished Samsung Galaxy smartphone sale for today only, discounting a selection of previous-generation handsets in the process, starting at $137. At the top of the list, Samsung’s unlocked Galaxy S21 5G 128GB is down to $459 Originally fetching $800, this is marking the best price of the year at $41 below our previous mention at $341 off in total. 

This may not be the new Galaxy S22 model that just hit the scene earlier in the year, but Samsung’s now previous-generation entry-level Galaxy S21 smartphone still packs a punch. There’s a 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen that’s backed by an up to 120Hz refresh rate. Powered by the Snapdragon 888 processor, you’ll enjoy all-day battery life as well as 128GB of storage and a triple-sensor camera array around back. In our hands-on review, we found that it made all of the right compromises. 

Fitbit Luxe Fitness Tracker falls to new Amazon low

Amazon is now offering the Fitbit Luxe Fitness and Wellness Tracker for $90. Down from $150, you’re looking at a new all-time low courtesy of Amazon while beating our previous mention by $13. Fitbit Luxe arrives as one of the brand’s latest fitness trackers, sporting a more premium design centered around an AMOLED display.

Its five-day battery life pairs with the ability to track a variety of stats, ranging from exercise and heart rate to SpO2 and more. While not quite as capable on the smartwatch feature set as some of the other options in the Fitbit stable, it’ll certainly help offer extra insight on workouts and overall wellbeing. Get a closer look in our launch coverage.

Logitech’s new MX Mechanical keyboards see first discounts

Amazon is now offering the just-released Logitech MX Mechanical Full Size Wireless Keyboard for $149 with Linear key switches. Down from the $170 price tag it just launched with last week, you’re looking at the very first discount of over $20 off to deliver a new all-time low. You can also save on the compact model at $142 as well.

Logitech just brought mechanical switches to its popular MX series for the first time at the end of May, and now you can bring home that new typing experience on sale. Sporting a full layout, the keyboard features backlit mechanical switches with native support for Mac and PC out of the box. On top of Bluetooth connectivity, there’s also the included Logi Bolt USB receiver to round out the Logitech FLOW multidevice support. Our hands-on review goes over all of the other highlights as well.

Best trade-in deals

9to5Google also keeps tabs on all the best trade-in deals on Android smartphones and more every month. Be sure to check out this month’s best trade-in deals when you decide it’s time to upgrade your device, or simply head over to our trade-in partner directly if you want to recycle, trade, or sell your used devices for cash and support 9to5Google along the way!

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Michal Braverman-Blumenstyk appointed as CTO for Microsoft’s new Security, Compliance, Identity, and Management Division - CTech

The appointment of Braverman-Blumenstyk, who will continue to serve in her position as General Manager of Microsoft Israel R&D Center, is part of a comprehensive re-organization at Microsoft in which the company will merge all of the security products under a single division

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