UPDATE: Jul. 27, 2022, 5:00 p.m. EDT This story has been updated with the latest 4K and 8K TV deals.

• The Samsung 85-inch Q900A QLED TV is a huge Neo QLED masterpiece that’s super affordable compared to its competition — $2,599.99 $4,999.99 (save $2,400)

• The LG 65-inch NanoCell 90 4K TV has double the pixels of a 4K TV and utilizes smaller-than-usual LEDs for more precise contrast — $896.99 $1,399.99 (save $503)

• This Insignia 75-inch F30 Series 4K TV is one of the most affordable, reliable TVs of its size — $599.99 $849.99 (save $250)

Large 4K TVs no longer have to cost an exorbitant amount of money. These high-quality TVs featuring punchy colors, decipherable shadows, and smooth transitions are actually affordable for regular consumers. And to make them even more budget-friendly, we’ve gathered up the best deals on 4K and QLED TVs from top brands like Samsung, LG, Sony, and more.

Samsung TV deals

Why we love it

A massive TV that was once $5,000 is barely over $2,500 for a limited time. The “Neo” part of its name represents an upgrade to Samsung’s QLED technology, which is made up of thousands of sand-sized LED particles that light themselves. Now, the bright and colorful quantum dot display is even more vivid with even more precise brightness.

More Samsung TVs on sale

• Samsung 32-inch The Frame QLED TV — $499.99 $599.99 (save $100)

• Samsung 43-inch The Sero Rotating QLED TV — $1,099.99 $1,999.99 (save $900)

• Samsung 55-inch Q60A Series QLED TV — $699.99 $849.99 (save $150)

• Samsung 55-inch Q80A Series QLED TV — $999.99 $1,299.99 (save $300)

• Samsung 65-inch TU8300 Curved 4K TV — $647.99 $799.99 (save $152)

• Samsung 65-inch The Frame QLED TV — $1,599.99 $1,999.99 (save $400)

• Samsung 65-inch QN900A 8K TV — $2,999.99 $4,999.99 (save $2,000)

• Samsung 75-inch Q70A Series QLED TV — $1,699.99 $2,299.99 (save $600)

• Samsung 85-inch Q60B Series QLED TV — $1,897.99 $2,297.99 (save $400)

• Samsung 85-inch Q70A Series QLED TV — $2,499.99 $3,299.99 (save $800)

• Samsung 85-inch Q900A Neo QLED TV — $4,999.99 $8,999.99 (save $4,000)

LG TV deals

Why we love it

In 2021, LG dropped a mid-range line of 4K TVs featuring its NanoCell technology, which amps up color depth and contrast using an extra light filter of nanoparticles. In 2022, that line is becoming more affordable. The 90 Series features full-array local dimming.

More LG TVs on sale

• LG 55-inch B1 Series QLED TV — $996.99 $1,699.99 (save $703)

• LG 65-inch 80 Series QNED TV — $999.99 $1,299.99 (save $300)

• LG 65-inch C1 Series OLED TV — $1,596.99 $2,499.99 (save $903)

• LG 65-inch A2 Series OLED TV — $1,699.99 $1,999.99 (save $300)

• LG 65-inch B2 Series OLED TV — $1,799.99 $2,299.99 (save $500)

• LG 65-inch G1 Series OLED evo TV — $1,799.99 $2,299.99 (save $500)

• LG 70-inch NanoCell 75 Series 4K TV — $699.99 $899.99 (save $200)

• LG 77-inch G1 Gallery Series QLED TV — $2,999.99 $3,799.99 (save $700)

• LG 83-inch C1 Series OLED TV — $3,999.99 $4,999.99 (save $1,000)

Sony TV deals

Why we love it

One of Sony’s high-end OLED TVs from 2021 seems to see a bigger price drop as the weeks go on — probably because the 2022 lineup entered the chat. This isn’t your average OLED, either: Instead of relying on AI to optimize brightness, the Cognitive Processor XR chip customizes adjustments to things like skin tone or background light, depending on the angle from which a scene is filmed.

More Sony TVs on sale

• Sony 50-inch X80K 4K TV — $599.99 $749.99 (save $150)

• Sony 55-inch X80K 4K TV — $649.99 $799.99 (save $150)

• Sony 55-inch X90K 4K TV — $1,099.99 $1,399.99 (save $300)

• Sony 65-inch X80K 4K TV — $799.99 $999.99 (save $200)

• Sony 65-inch X95J 4K TV — $1,299.99 $1,799.99 (save $500)

• Sony 65-inch A90J OLED TV — $2,799.99 $3,299.99 (save $500)

• Sony 75-inch X85K 4K TV — $1,499.99 $1,899.99 (save $400)

• Sony 75-inch XR Z9J 8K TV — $3,999.99 $5,499.99 (save $1,500)

• Sony 77-inch XR A80K OLED TV — $3,299.99 $3,799.99 (save $500)

• Sony 85-inch X80K 4K TV — $1,799.99 $2,299.99 (save $500)

Other TV deals from TCL, Vizio, and more

Why we love it

Out of all the budget Fire TVs out there, Insignias are typically priced the lowest. They’re a great chance to upgrade to an XL mounted screen on a budget, and given the countless five-star reviews, the quality’s there, too.

More TVs from TCL, Vizio, and more on sale

• Toshiba 43-inch V35 Series 4K Fire TV — $189.99 $289.99 (save $100)

• Amazon 43-inch Omni Series 4K Fire TV — $279.99 $369.99 (save $90)

• Hisense 50-inch A6 Series 4K TV — $289.99 $499.99 (save $210)

• Insignia 50-inch F50 Series QLED TV — $299.99 $429.99 (save $130)

• TCL 55-inch 4-Series 4K TV — $339.99 $599.99 (save $260)

• Hisense 55-inch U6GR ULED TV — $399.99 $699.99 (save $300)

• Toshiba 65-inch C350 Series 4K TV — $429.99 $569.99 (save $170)

• Hisense 65-inch U6GR ULED TV — $549.99 $899.99 (save $350)

• TCL 65-inch 5 Series QLED TV — $599.99 $699.99 (save $100)

• Toshiba 75-inch C350 4K TV — $629.99 $899.99 (save $270)

• Toshiba 75-inch MM50 4K TV — $729.99 $1,399.99 (save $670)

In an era full of giant tech companies devouring smaller tech companies, the Federal Trade Commission is actually trying to stop one such acquisition.

The FTC filed a lawsuit on Wednesday to block Meta from acquiring the VR developer Within, per The Verge. Within is perhaps best known for developing Supernatural VR, a popular VR fitness app. The federal agency’s primary charge is that, in purchasing Within, Meta would be monopolizing VR fitness, given that it already owns another one of the most popular VR workout games in Beat Saber.

“Letting Meta acquire Supernatural would combine the makers of two of the most significant VR fitness apps, thereby eliminating beneficial rivalry between Meta’s Beat Saber app and Within’s Supernatural app,” the FTC’s complaint said.

It’s no secret that Meta and its CEO Mark Zuckerberg have a vested interest in dominating the VR space. The Quest 2 is inarguably the most accessible and prominent consumer headset out there, and the idea of the “metaverse” itself has been closely associated with all things Meta and Facebook over the past year. 

However, of course, Meta doesn’t see its tactics as that of a monopoly. In a lengthy statement posted to its website, the company defended itself against what it called a lawsuit based on “ideology and speculation.”

“The idea that this acquisition would lead to anticompetitive outcomes in a dynamic space with as much entry and growth as online and connected fitness is simply not credible. By attacking this deal in a 3-2 vote, the FTC is sending a chilling message to anyone who wishes to innovate in VR. We are confident that our acquisition of Within will be good for people, developers, and the VR space.”

Seeing the FTC go against a tech acquisition like this has been fairly rare in recent years. Just in the past 12 months, other deals like Microsoft’s purchase of Activision Blizzard and Sony’s absorption of Destiny developer Bungie have gone by with less overt scrutiny from the FTC. Perhaps one video game company buying another doesn’t cross as many lines as the company behind the main VR access point buying up multiple VR fitness properties, though.

Regardless of how this turns out, it is likely not how Meta wanted this week to go, with the lawsuit arriving just 24 hours after an inexplicable Quest 2 price hike.

Created by industrial designer Nicole Hone in collaboration with Ross Stevens, the ‘Polyphytes’ project consists of experimental plant-shaped 3D objects that can respond to natural elements.

This high-tech motorcycle helmet includes two-way communication, customizable LED lights, and a host of other features that keep you safe.

While laptops and tablets are great on their own, sometimes you just need both — at once — without the hassle of having to carry around two devices all day.

Enter the hybrid laptop (or just “2-in-1 laptop”). It’s a device that you can convert from tablet to laptop and back again with ease. They can flip and bend into alternate states, like portrait mode for drawing. Many also have touchscreen capabilities like tablets. You don’t have to sacrifice quality with these laptops.

Why would I want a 2-in-1 laptop?

Simply put, a 2-in-1 laptop allows you to have the best of both devices at your fingertips. You can use the tablet to draw and take hand-written notes with a stylus, or you can use its touch-screen and gesture features for your day-to-day activities. But when you need more control or need to type something up, you can switch into laptop and keyboard mode. Best of all, these machines feature the computing power to run full-sized applications like Adobe Photoshop and more.

What size laptop should you get?

This really comes down to two things: Personal preference and lifestyle. If you’re traveling often and usually have your computer on your back, you’re going to want to go with something more light and compact (thin, 11-inch models will most likely be the best). But, if you’re a huge movie buff who doesn’t normally take their tech on the road with them, spring for a 15-inch screen with a bulky construction so you can have better Netflix and chill sessions.

Are cheap laptops worth it?

You know the old saying: You get what you pay for. But thanks to the technology boom of the last few decades, a cheap laptop can actually take you pretty far and won’t break down immediately. It’s all about knowing which one to select. Depending on what you use your laptop for the most, staying stingy might be your best option. (You can also check out our roundups for the cheap laptops that we think are actually worth it — here are our favorite laptops under $500, and the best laptops under $300.)

What should you look for in a 2-in-1 laptop?

Regardless of what you intend to use your hybrid machine for, a good one should strike a great balance between portability and usability. In other words, you’ll want something that can do what you need it to without being too bulky, difficult to convert, or heavy.

There are a lot of really good 2-in-1 laptops out there, but some of them have vastly different capabilities for different kinds of people. If you’re an artist or a designer, you’ll likely want a 2-in-1 laptop with a large screen for drawing or media viewing. If you’re on the go a lot, or if you’re a student, you might want something a little smaller that can easily fit in your backpack. If you’re a big writer or use your device for work, you’ll likely want something that feels more like a laptop. But if you’re going to use the tablet more than a keyboard, maybe a tablet with a detachable keyboard is a better option for you.

To help narrow down your search, we gathered up the very best 2-in-1 devices that can suit a variety of needs. Read on to check out our top picks, from budget models to high-powered machines.

What brand is best for 2-in-1 laptops?

Now that you have a better idea of what to look for in a 2-in-1 laptop, you can start narrowing down your potential options. We’ve made the process even easier by putting together this definitive guide to the best on the market.

We’ve compared all the top brands that you probably already have in mind like Microsoft, Dell, and Samsung, as well as other players you may not have thought of, like ASUS, Lenovo, and HP. 

We recommend carefully considering all these 2-in-1 laptops, and weighing each option up against your priorities and lifestyle.

Well, friends, They’ve done it. Devi and Paxton have made their school entrance as an official couple. DAXTON IS HERE.

In Netflix’s trailer for Mindy Kaling’s Never Have I Ever Season 3, Devi Vishwakumar (Maitreyi Ramakrishnan) and Paxton Hall-Yoshida (Darren Barnet) make their first appearance together following that huge Season 2 finale. But this season, Devi’s gonna have to accept that relationships don’t solve your own problems — including a new one who just walked through the door.

Never Have I Ever Season 3 is streaming on Netflix from Aug. 12.

UPDATE: Jul. 27, 2022, 12:20 p.m. EDT This story has been updated to include the best deals on robot vacuums from iRobot, Shark, Roborock, and more.

We’ve compiled the best deals on robot vacuums from brands like iRobot, Shark, and Ecovacs. Here are the ones to grab as of July 27:

• BEST BUDGET DEAL: The Shark EZ RV900 is a no-frills, efficient daily cleaner — $178 $299 (save $121)

• BEST SELF-EMPTYING DEAL: The new Roborock Q5+ goes to specific rooms and holds debris for seven weeks — $499.99 $699.99 (save $200)

• BEST ROBOT VACUUM/MOP DEAL: The Roborock E4 can sweep and scrub your hardwood and tile for under $300 — $269.99 $379.99 (save $90)

Only three things are certain in life: Death, taxes, and a few days each month when you need to vacuum but just don’t have time. Whether you detest the chore or get a little bummed when you can’t have that satisfying dance with your Dyson, a robot vacuum is a lifesaver. Shop models on sale below.

Robot vacuums under $200

Why we like it

Shark’s EZ vacuum isn’t decked out with features, but is an efficient daily cleaner for less than $200. It cleans in neat rows, doubling up on dirty areas that need more work.

More robot vacuums under $200

• ionvac Smart Clean 2000 — $95 $179.88 (save $84.88)

• Eufy Robovac 30C — $159.99 $259.99 (save $100)

• Eufy 30C Max – $169.99 $259.90 (save $89.91)

• Neato Robotics D6 — $199.99 $499.99 (save $300)

Robot vacuums under $500

Why we like it

Roborock recently debuted a mid-range self-emptier to offset its other self-emptier, which starts at $949.88. The Q5+ is already seeing thousands of five-star reviews for its nimble navigation, floor coverage, and hearty suction. It also comes with a dock that deals with its own debris for seven weeks at a time.

More robot vacuums under $500

• Shark AI AV2001 — $249.99 $429.99 (save $180)

• iRobot Roomba i3 Evo — $299 $349 (save $50)

• Shark AI AV2501S — $404.40 $549.99 (save $145.59)

• Dreametech L10 Pro — $339.99 $489.99 (save $150)

• Eufy RoboVac X8 — $379.99 $599.99 (save $220)

• Shark IQ RV1001AE XL — $404 $599.99 (save $195.99)

• iRobot Roomba i4+ — $528 $649.99 (save $121.99)

• Shark EZ RV912S — $449.99 $549.99 (save $100)

Robot vacuums under $800

Why we like it

Amazon’s 34% discount on Samsung’s Jet Bot+ is a gem of a find compared to the full price listed on Samsung’s own website. The Jet Bot+ uses LiDAR to map your home and cleans by identifying the type of surface and amount of dust it’s dealing with. The compact Clean Station holds up to a month’s worth of debris.

Robot vacuum and mop hybrids and dedicated robot mops

Why we like it:

Roborock’s baseline vac also comes in a hybrid version. It brings precise, wide-spanning wet and dry coverage to your floors, using motion tracking to create an effective route and track where it has already gone. It can clean for up to 200 minutes before returning to charge.

More hybrids and robot mops on sale

• Dreamtech D9 — $209.99 $299.99 (save $90)

• iHome AutoVac Eclipse Pro — $299.99 $499.99 (save $200)

• Yeedi Vac Station — $369.98 $549.99 (save $230.01)

• Shark RV2001WD AI VacMop — $379.99 $479.99 (save $100)

• Ecovacs N8 Pro+ — $449.99 $649.99 (save $200)

• Roborock S7+ (renewed) — $749.99 $949.98 (save $199.99)

• Ecovacs T10+ — $749.99 $949.99 (save $200)

Are robot vacuums worth it?

The control of an upright vacuum comes with its own type of satisfaction. But if you’re not one to classify cleaning as cathartic, a robot vacuum could erase that huge, agonizing task from of your chore list. (And did we mention the joy of having “first day clean” floors all the time?)

But whether robot vacuums are worth it or not comes with a caveat: It can’t be just any robot vacuum. A cheap robovac that doesn’t do the job right — scattering dust, bumping into walls, getting stuck on area rugs — might actually create more work for you.

What to consider when buying a robot vacuum

• Suction power: A vacuum is the one purchase that you hope sucks a lot. Suction power is typically measured in Pascals (Pa), with most current vacs ranging between 1,500 Pa and 3,000 Pa. Stronger sucking will be needed to pick up heavier pieces of debris (be sure to set a no-go zone around Legos) and to pull matted-down pet hair from rugs.

• Floor type: Carpeting and high pile rugs will probably require stronger suction than hard floors, as well as special features like an extra-wide or self-cleaning brush roll to prevent hair from wrapping and clogging. Folks in homes with multiple floor types might consider a bigger, sturdier robot vacuum that can hurl itself and its wheels over mats, rugs, and transitions from carpet to hard floors.

• Automatic emptying: Because robot vacuums are typically under four inches tall, their onboard dust bins are also small — which means they frequently require emptying. (Dustbins fill up particularly quickly in homes with pets.) A self-emptying vacuum takes that job out of your hands, emptying itself into a larger dustbin in its charging dock. These larger bins can typically hold weeks of dirt without needing to be cleaned or dumped out.

• Home layout: Every robot vacuum is equipped with sensors and drop detection. But if your home has lots of rooms, lots of turns, or lots of close-together furniture, you’ll have fewer navigation issues with an advanced model that uses intelligent mapping to remember exactly how your home is laid out, including labeling of specific rooms, mental notes of staircases, and ability to deploy zone cleaning.

• Low-profile furniture: No one should have to be scared about what’s accumulated under their couch over the past year. A robot vacuum measuring three inches or less in height should be able to scoot under most low-hanging couches and beds.

• Battery life and square footage: One of the main complaints people have about their robot vacuum is that it craps out in the middle of the floor. Larger spaces require more time to clean, and it all depends on how annoyed you’ll be if it only finishes a few rooms at a time. Average run times for the list below range between 90 and 200 minutes, which translate to about 500 and 2,800 square feet covered on one charge.

• App control: WiFi-enabled robot vacuums can be synced with a smartphone app to control scheduling, manual start, cleaning settings, as well as telling your vac to make its rounds when you’re not home. Low-end models that don’t connect to WiFi will usually come with a separate remote. If you’re used to asking Alexa or Google to turn off the lights or tell you the weather, a model with voice integration will blend in nicely.

Save $70.04: Make delicious dinners the easy way. Through the end of July 27, you can buy the Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 multi-cooker for $79.95 at Amazon after a 47% discount. That matches its lowest price to date.

If space is limited in your kitchen, a multi-functional appliance is a good workaround. And when it comes to versatility, you can’t go wrong with one of our favorite Instant Pots.

One of your best options is the Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 multi-cooker, which is on sale for $79.95 at Amazon: the lowest price it’s been since last Black Friday.

Our list of the best Instant Pots praises the Duo Plus for being both versatile and easy to use. This eight-quart model features nine total cooking modes, including pressure cooker, slow cooker, steamer, saute pan, and more.

The Duo Plus display also shows your cooking progress in real time and features 15 customizable programs for one-touch cooking. That includes quick controls for cooking soup, beans, yogurt, rice, and more. Possibly best of all, Instant Pots are easy to clean, with stainless steel sides and a dishwasher-safe lid and inner pot.

Cionic, in partnership with fuseproject designer Yves Behar, have created a potential revolution in human mobility utilizing AI to enable greater independence for those living with mobility differences such as sclerosis, stroke, or cerebral palsy.

Watch out music videos! The metaverse is coming for you.

Have you ever attended a concert in the metaverse? Judging by the latest category to be added to the MTV Video Music Awards roster, you probably should. This year’s VMAs will hand out a Moon Person for “Best Metaverse Performance,” but there’s no word on whether the award will be received virtually.

The nominees are Ariana Grande, BLACKPINK, BTS, Charli XCX, Justin Bieber, and Twenty One Pilots. Yes, your faves have been performing in the metaverse.

Each artist put their own twist on their metaverse concert. Ariana Grande did a space themed performance in Fortnite, while BLACKPINK’s hyperrealistic avatars brought their “pretty savage” essence to PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUGB) Mobile. BTS sang their English-language chart-toppers “Butter” and “Permission to Dance” on a stage in Minecraft where the boys’ boxy avatars attempted to recreate their signature dance moves. Meanwhile, Charli XCX and Twenty One Pilots both opted for Roblox concerts. (It should be noted that Charli XCX’s performance was a result of her partnership with Samsung.) And Justin Bieber put on a show in Wave, the virtual entertainment platform.

And they aren’t the only artists performing in the metaverse. Virtual and metaverse concerts became popular during the pandemic when live, in-person entertainment was put on hold. But online concerts and virtual performances are here to stay, especially as the metaverse becomes more engrained with out everyday lives.

Its acknowledgement at the VMAs suggests metaverse performances might even become a mainstay of the music industry. Only time will tell.